Amethyst Falls American Wisteria
Wisteria frutescens 'Amethyst Falls'
SKU
7681
Twining plant grows about a third the rate of Asian wisteria for better behavior in small spaces. Slightly fragrant purple racemes bloom at an early age. Great in containers for porch or patio or espalier onto trellis or arbor. Deciduous.
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5 - 9 Change
Full sun, Partial sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | wis-TEE-ri-a froo-TESS-enz |
|---|---|
| Lore | The branches and stems of Wisteria frutescens (American wisteria) and Wisteria sinensis (Chinese wisteria) twine in a counterclockwise direction, while Wisteria floribunda (Japanese wisteria) twines clockwise. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Twining stems quickly reach 8 to 10 ft. long; over time may reach 30 ft. |
| Bloom Time | Heaviest in late spring, repeating lightly in summer. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Fragrant, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier, Privacy Screen, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Year-round Interest, Fast Growing |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Key Feature | Compact Flowering Vine |
Provide enriched, humusy, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Trim lightly after flowering to promote repeat bloom. Prune in late winter to shape and control size.
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