Wisteria macrostachya Aunt Dee Chinese Wisteria

Large, cascading clusters of lilac-purple, fragrant, sweet pea-like flowers

Green, pinnate leaves have with 7-13 leaflets per leaf

Poisonous, bean-like, seed pods in September and October

Vigorous, twining vine

Bloom Time: June and July

Is it invasive? This vine is native in most of the eastern United States, and has not yet been found introduced in Ontario.

Growing Tips: Wisteria will do well in an average to moist, well-drained soil in full sun. Pruning should be done soon after flowering, to ensure bud set for next season's flowers. In the summer months, continual pruning of the new shoots will help maintain a tidy size and appearance. Wisteria needs a sturdy support structure to allow for their vigorous, growth habit. Zone: 4

Height: Height: 8-10 m

Width: Spread: 8-10 m

Colour: Colour: Mauve-lilac

Features:

Sun Exposure: Sun