About

An ornamental climbing plant, reaching 200-400cm, with vigorous growth for walls and structures. It bears showy blooms on the framework. 'Murasaki-noda' is valued in garden settings.

About the genus

Wisteria are vigorous woody climbers with twining stems bearing pinnate leaves and long pendulous racemes of fragrant pea-like flowers in spring and early summer

Plant details

Suggested usesWalls, fences, pergolas

Care notes

CultivationFertile soil with roots in shade
PruningPrune to control size
PropagationLayer stems or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMildew in still conditions