Wisteria or wisteria (Wisteria sinensis) is a deciduous, climbing plant with particularly strong flowering and an intoxicating aroma. It shows a fast growth rate and vigorous vegetation. The height of the plant usually ranges from 15-20 meters, however if found in ideal conditions it can reach up to 30 meters.
The plant has twisting stems, which are particularly strong and very long. They branch out in many directions and the plant "spreads" over a large area. The leaves are feather-shaped and light green in color.
Flowers
The flowers, with their "gentle" aroma, appear on the shoots of the year, before the leaves come out. They grow many together in large, impressive, cream-branched inflorescences called "voters" and reach a length of 25-30 cm. The most common color is purple, but there are also varieties with white color. The flowering of the plant starts in April - May and lasts for about a month. If the light is not enough, few leaves will develop which will turn yellow and fall and no flowers will appear even if the plant is of flowering age.
Location
It grows satisfactorily in all types of soils, without particular problems. Prerequisite for the soil to be well drained. Prefers places with sun or moderate shade. In sunny places it grows better and produces more flowers.
Durability
Withstands cold and low temperatures up to -5°C. Be careful with strong winds. It is suitable for planting in areas with intense atmospheric pollution.
Watering
It needs moderate amounts of watering, with limited to no watering in the winter and more regular watering in the warm periods of the year.
Pruning
Pruning should be done in the spring, just before flowering and after the buds have already formed, so that you can see exactly what you are cutting since before the buds appear all its branches look dry.
Lubrication
In order to achieve lasting and rich flowering, it is good to strengthen it regularly from spring to the end of summer.
Diseases and enemies
Regarding enemies and diseases, young shoots are easily attacked by aphids and coccoids.
It is suitable for
- planting in pergolas,
- individual plantings in gardens, parks,
- planting in pots for balconies facing south,
- covering walls, barbed wire and ugly surfaces.
Flowerpot 17 cm- 2 L
