Chinese wisteria

Chinese wisteria

Wisteria sinensis

Wisteria
Fabaceae
Native Plants
Zone 59

This spectacular flowering vine produces cascades of fragrant purple blooms in spring and requires sturdy support. Plant in well-draining soil with morning sun and afternoon shade for best flowering. Regular pruning after bloom helps maintain shape and promotes next year's flowers.

Toxicity Warning

Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses, humans.

Care Requirements

Care Level

Moderate

Sun

Partial Sun

Water

Moderate

Growth Rate

Moderate

Mature Height

180″ – 360″

Soil

loam

Life Cycle

Perennial

Spacing

120

Watering Schedule

Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply Then Allow Soil To Dry Slightly Between Waterings

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Temperature

-10°90°F

Mature Spread

up to 240

Root Depth

Deep

Foliage

Fine

Ecology & Origin

Native to

Alabama
Algeria
Baltic States
Bangladesh
Bulgaria
China North-Central
China South-Central
China Southeast
East Himalaya
Florida
France
Illinois
India
Italy
Kentucky
Krym
Maryland
Masachusettes
Nepal
New York

Attracts

🐝 Bees
🐝 Butterflies
🐝 Hummingbirds
Safety & Use
Toxic to dogs
Toxic to cats
Toxic to horses
Poisonous to humans

Sources

Data: trefle

Image: trefle.io — Taken Apr 15, 2021 by Jardins de Montchat (cc-by-sa)

Hardiness Zones
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