Overview
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Wisteria, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 25.0 m tall. Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include climber and wall shrub.
About
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01' PBR) (Grande Diva Series) is a cultivar of Chinese wisteria, a robust deciduous climber in the Fabaceae family. It features twisting stems that support compound leaves and produces elongated, fragrant flower clusters in spring and early summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect and grows well in fertile, moist but well-drained soils, including sandy, loamy, and clay types with neutral pH. Suitable as a climber or wall shrub, it can reach heights up to 25 metres and is hardy to UK zone H7.
About the genus
Wisteria is a genus of flowering plants in the legume family, Fabaceae (Leguminosae). The genus includes four species of woody twining vines that are native to China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, southern Canada, the Eastern United States, and north of Iran.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Wisteria
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 25.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Climber, Wall shrub
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series)
- Propagation
- Layering, Softwood cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Glasshouse red spider mite, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus, Phytophthora root rot, Coral spot, Fungal leaf spot, Virus diseases, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series)?
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) need?
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) grow?
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) reaches a height of 25.0 m.
Is Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) hardy in the UK?
Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series) has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Wisteria sinensis Maria ('Minwigb01'PBR) (Grande Diva Series)?
Layering, Softwood cuttings, Hardwood cuttings, Grafting.
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