Akebia quinata is typically harvested in late summer and early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be August, September, October, and November.
chocolate vine
Akebia quinata
Chocolate vine is a stunning climbing plant with beautiful, dusky purple flowers and lush dark foliage. Utilizing its strong vines, the plant can grow up to 20 feet, covering walls and trees. The fragrant bloom makes it attractive to pollinators and it also produces edible, sweet-tasting purple fruits. Its unique, chocolatey scent adds a touch of luxury to any garden. A hardy and easy-to-maintain perennial, chocolate vine is a wonderful addition to any landscape, exuding mysterious vibes and enriching the space in an unforgettable way.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 8
Flowers:
Chocolate-purple Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
purple,brown Fruits In Summer Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Chocolate vine should be watered regularly, about 2 to 3 times a week, depending on the season and climate conditions. During the summer months, when the plant is actively growing, plenty of water should be provided to keep the soil evenly moist. In the winter, when the plant is dormant, the frequency of watering should be reduced, but the root system should still be kept consistently moist. Additionally, during the fall, when the plant is preparing for dormancy, watering should be slightly increased to encourage healthy growth before the winter dormancy.
sunlight
Chocolate vine is a shade-tolerant species that does best in partial shade but can tolerate up to several hours of direct sunlight each day. This plant should receive 2-4 hours of direct sunlight a day during the growing season, with bright light for the rest of the day. It can tolerate full sun during the cooler months of spring and fall.
pruning
Chocolate vine (Akebia quinata) should be pruned in the early spring before new growth appears. This plant grows quickly so it should be pruned hard to maintain a desired shape and size. Cut the stems back to about a foot above the ground and thin out any overgrown or tangled stems. This will encourage for new growth and not let the vine smother any other plants. Remove any dead or diseased stems anytime during the growing season.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Akebia quinata typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
Akebia quinata is typically harvested in late summer and early fall, so the months to start harvesting the fruits would be August, September, October, and November.
