My Akebia is starting to bloom...

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doublemom2
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My Akebia is starting to bloom...

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I've heard stories that this can be a nasty vine, but everyone I've talked to in the Seattle area hasn't had any problems with it. I just love mine, and it's in a perfect spot on our arbor so it can grow all it wants to.
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Oh it is lovely

I have tried one a couples of times, but somehow thye allways die for me... they are hardy, just not for me :wink:
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That's cool looking!! :D
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Wow! That's beautiful! HAve to look into that one! Wonder if it's a perennial here in zone 5?
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Post by Annie »

Now that is one different looking flower!
I like it!!! Very pretty.
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