Wisteria sinensis

Chinese Wisteria

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A vigorous deciduous climbing vine known for cascading fragrant purple flower racemes, native to China and widely cultivated in temperate climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Wisteria
Family Fabaceae
Genus Wisteria
Species Sinensis
Origin China
Blooming Spring, pendulous purple racemes
Leaf Color Light green to deep green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-drained loam or clay soil. Prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH.

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Watering

Water regularly during growth period, reduce in winter when dormant. Avoid waterlogging.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun is essential for profuse flowering. Requires at least 6 hours of direct light daily.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring before blooming. Avoid high nitrogen which promotes foliage over flowers.

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Pruning

Prune twice yearly: summer (July-Aug) to control growth and winter (Jan-Feb) to shape and reduce flower buds for better size.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Scale Insect Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 10 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 250
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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