Akebia quinata alba and its white flowers will stand out where the dark purple flowers of the
species, Akebia quinata disappear into the background. Like the
Dark Chocolate variety, Akebia quinata alba bears no scent of chocolate for me. But the fruity
fragrant blossoms are pungent enough to fill a garden just the same. The Chocolate Vine has withstood
temperatures into the mid teens and not had any dieback. Maybe best of all the White Chocolate Vine
seems to be less prone to leaping out from its appointed area at every opportunity than most vines.
In some areas, particularly in the North East Akebia quinata has become a pest and is on the local
noxious weed lists. Akebia quinata alba blooms for about 2 months starting in February. Also look
for the Akebia quinata leucantha another white flowered cultivar.
If you like chocolate plants you should also see the Ajuga
Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Cosmos and the Chocolate Lily
High resolution images of Akebia quinata alba are available.
