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Chocolate Vine (Akebia Longeracemosa)
Akebia Longeracemosa
Rs 2,500
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Chocolate Vine is a vigorous evergreen climber that drapes walls and pergolas in cascading burgundy blooms during spring. It reaches an impressive height of 15 ft, thrives in full sun to partial sun to shade, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad.
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Category: Flowering Vines
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Burgundy
- Foliage Type
- Evergreen
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun, Partial Sun, Shade
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- No
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Abbottabad, Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Chocolate Vine (Akebia Longeracemosa) is a distinguished evergreen vines & climbers that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its burgundy flowers that appear in spring, this vines & climbers is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing evergreen plant reaches up to 15 ft at maturity, making it suitable for gardens of various sizes.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Akebia Longeracemosa
- Plant Type: Vines & Climbers
- Mature Height: 15 ft
- Flower Colour: Burgundy
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Evergreen (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Stem Cuttings, Layering, Seed
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Sun to Shade
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: No, keep away from pets and children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Chocolate Vine
Propagated from stem cuttings, layering, or seed.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This hardy plant adapts well to nearly all regions of Pakistan, including the cooler areas of Abbottabad, Quetta, and the northern highlands. It handles both cold winters and warm summers.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan, Abbottabad
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Chocolate Vine?
Chocolate Vine is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Chocolate Vine online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many years does Chocolate Vine take to reach full size?
Chocolate Vine is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 15 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
Should I worry about Chocolate Vine toxicity with kids or pets at home?
Chocolate Vine is toxic if ingested and should be kept out of reach of cats, dogs, and young children. If you have curious pets or toddlers, place it in an area they cannot access, or choose a pet-safe alternative.
How often should I water Chocolate Vine in Pakistan’s climate?
Chocolate Vine needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
Does Chocolate Vine need regular trimming or pruning?
Prune Chocolate Vine after flowering to control its spread and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or tangled stems, and train new shoots along your support structure. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
What months can I expect Chocolate Vine to flower?
Chocolate Vine blooms in spring, producing burgundy flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
