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Chinese Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis
Pronunciation: wis-TEE-ri-a sy-NEN-sis
SKU #07685
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Twining woody stems quickly reach 25 ft. long.
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| Description | A delightful woody vine valued for its drooping clusters of fragrant, violet-blue, pea-like flowers that bloom in spring. The flowers are followed by green compound foliage on the twining stems. Perfect for covering patios, arbors, or fences. Works well trained into a small tree as the thick, woody, trunk-like stems develop. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Espalier, Privacy Screen |
| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rose (Rosa); Phlox (Phlox); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Salvia (Salvia) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil, with sturdy support. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to develop root system; once established tolerates prefers regular water but tolerates drought. May be slow to establish, but once established can be quite vigorous. Prune in late winter to shape and control size. |
Details
| Description | A delightful woody vine valued for its drooping clusters of fragrant, violet-blue, pea-like flowers that bloom in spring. The flowers are followed by green compound foliage on the twining stems. Perfect for covering patios, arbors, or fences. Works well trained into a small tree as the thick, woody, trunk-like stems develop. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Climbing |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Espalier, Privacy Screen |
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| Flower Color | Violet-blue |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Rose (Rosa); Phlox (Phlox); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Salvia (Salvia) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil, with sturdy support. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to develop root system; once established tolerates prefers regular water but tolerates drought. May be slow to establish, but once established can be quite vigorous. Prune in late winter to shape and control size. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Chinese Wisteria produce flowers?
Spring
Is Chinese Wisteria evergreen or deciduous?
Chinese Wisteria is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Chinese Wisteria?
Chinese Wisteria is Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing.
Is Chinese Wisteria resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Chinese Wisteria grow?
Chinese Wisteria has a Fast growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Chinese Wisteria?
Chinese Wisteria grows in an Climbing habit.
Where can I use Chinese Wisteria in my landscape?
Chinese Wisteria is suitable for: Espalier, Privacy Screen.
What color are Chinese Wisteria flowers?
Chinese Wisteria produces Violet-blue flowers.
What color is the foliage of Chinese Wisteria?
Chinese Wisteria has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Chinese Wisteria?
Good companion plants for Chinese Wisteria include: Rose (Rosa); Phlox (Phlox); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum); Salvia (Salvia).
How do I care for Chinese Wisteria?
Thrives in enriched, slightly acidic, well-drained soil, with sturdy support. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to develop root system; once established tolerates prefers regular water but tolerates drought. May be slow to establish, but once established can be quite vigorous. Prune in late winter to shape and control size.
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