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American Wisteria (Wisteria frutescens)

American Wisteria (Wisteria frutescens) is a vigorous deciduous vine with fragrant, lavender-blue to white flower clusters in late spring, offering a more restrained grow

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Sunlight

Full Sun

Watering

Moderate

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Adaptable

Fertilizer

Low

Care Requirements

Light

Full Sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and growth.

Water

Moderate

Water regularly, especially when young. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Good drainage is crucial.

Soil

Well-drained

Temperature

Adaptable

Hardy in USDA zones 4-9. Tolerates a wide range of temperatures once established.

Fertilizer

Low

Generally requires minimal fertilization. Use a balanced fertilizer sparingly in spring if growth is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

9 - 15 m

Spread

3 - 6 m

Growth Rate

Moderate to Fast

Dormancy

Yes

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Compound

Flower Size

2.5 - 5 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

60000

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Synonyms
Apios frutescens (L.) Pursh
Bradlea frutescens (L.) Britton
Glycine frutescens L.
Kraunhia frutescens (L.) Greene
Phaseoloides frutescens (L.) Kuntze
Phaseolus frutescens (L.) Eaton & Wright
Thyrsanthus frutescens (L.) Elliott
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderFabales
  • familyFabaceae
  • genusWisteria
  • speciesWisteria frutescens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

Non-toxic

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