Wisteria

Wisteria sinensis, commonly known as Chinese wisteria, is a flowering plant of the wisteria species native to China. It has a vigorous, woody vine with twining branches that can grow 10–20 m (33–66 ft) long and a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm (12 inch) when grown on supports. The compound alternate leaves are 10–40 cm (3.9–15.7 in) long and made up of 9–19 leaflets with a pubescent undersurface. It produces fragrant white, blue, purple, and pink flowers that bloom in clusters from April to June. Throughout the summer, long cylindrical pods develop and young fruit can be seen hanging from the vine. It is a showy plant that can be trained as an ornamental tree or left as a climber along walls, trellises, fences, or arbors.

Wisteria sinensis appreciates consistent watering from spring to early fall. Make sure to use a moisture meter to monitor the soil for the correct moisture level. Too little water can make the leaves become dry and brittle, while excessive watering can kill the plant. Every 7-14 days during the active growing season should be enough.