Akebia quinata - Chocolate Vine Maple This unusual North American grass

This unusual North American grass has broad attractive green linear leaves however it is mostly grown for its impressive seeds

which are used to make a cider-like beverage or are bletted as one would with medlars before being consumed

This buddleja has a very arching habit that gives it its common name and will grow to about 2

It endures drought and makes little demands on the soil quality

Akebia quinata - Chocolate Vine Maple This unusual North American grassThis fast growing deciduous twining vine is native to China, Japan and Korea. It produces delicate pendulous flowers that have a strong chocolate smell. A very hardy plant, happy in both full sun for full shade..