Wisteria

Wisteria

plants can reach a height of over 10m, so choose somewhere with plenty of space to grow – a south or west facing wall or solid structure is ideal. Wisteria needs a position in full sun or partial shade. You will need to tie the wisteria vines into your wall or structure with wires or plant ties as the vines grow. Wisteria can be grown in pots but they will not be as successful as those planted in soil. Wisteria are fully hardy perennials and will flower year after year.

• Vigorous climber that is moderately easy to grow
• Fragrant flowers in spring with occasional flowers in summer
• Best planted in autumn or spring
• Loves full sun so ideal on south- and west-facing walls
• Prune twice a year in July/August and January/February
• Water well in dry periods, especially on sandy soils
• Make new plants by layering
• Most wisterias begin flowering within three to four years of planting