🌸🌿 Wisteria Sinensis – Wisteria sinensis – 1 Seed

Grow the breathtaking Wisteria Sinensis (Wisteria sinensis), a vigorous, deciduous climbing vine prized for its spectacular, fragrant cascading clusters of purple flowers in spring. This classic ornamental is perfect for decorating pergolas, trellises, arbors, and walls, creating a romantic garden focal point.

Usage:

• Climbing vine for trellises, pergolas, and fences

• Ornamental garden feature

• Provides shade and privacy screening

Sowing Time:

• Sow seeds indoors in late winter or early spring

• Stratify seeds by soaking in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to improve germination

Germination Time:

• 14–28 days (may require scarification for better success)

Sowing Depth:

• 1 cm (½ inch)

Soil Requirements:

• Well-drained, fertile soil

• Prefers neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0)

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun to partial shade (at least 6 hours sun daily for best flowering)

Watering:

• Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Plant Spacing:

• Provide ample space and strong support for vigorous growth

Growth Habit:

• Deciduous climbing vine; vigorous and woody

Maturity:

• May take 3–5 years to bloom when grown from seed

Hardiness Zone:

• USDA Zones 5–9

Other Benefits:

• Highly fragrant, beautiful flower clusters

• Long-lived, hardy perennial vine

• Excellent for creating shaded garden areas and vertical interest

Latin Name: Wisteria sinensis