Description
Discover the beauty of the Akebia quinata 'Alba', a deciduous climber that retains some of its leaves even in mild winters. Between April and June, this beauty will adorn your garden with long clusters of white flowers. The female flowers are at the bottom of the flower clusters, while the male flowers are at the top. In a mild spring, you can expect an even richer flowering.
After flowering and a warm summer, the special edible fruits appear, which look like small cucumbers and reach a size of about 5 to 10 centimeters. Place the Akebia quinata in a sheltered place with sunlight to partial shade, but protect the bottom from too bright sun. Although this climber can also thrive in the shade, the flowering will be less exuberant.
When planting, choose the right spot right away, because transplanting is not really to the liking of the Akebia quinata. In the first year, it is advisable to protect it from frost. Furthermore, this plant is not demanding, but it prefers a moist, well-drained and nutritious soil.
The Akebia quinata is a true jewel for your garden, both because of the fragrant flowers, the fruits and the leaves. Even the tendrils are decorative and can be used in flower arranging. This beautiful plant can be propagated by layering or by taking half-wood cuttings.
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