American Wisteria | Wisteria frutescens 'Amethyst Falls'
A compact and classy wisteria
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Cheltenham
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American Wisteria
Wisteria frutescens 'Amethyst Falls'
- A naturally compact wisteria that produces delightful cascading lilac blooms on stubby racemes up to 15cm in length
- Clusters of enticing purple flowers bloom from May to June
- Dense green, feather shaped foliage offers a great contrast to the flowers, whilst the stiff, woody stems ensure rustic charm even during the winter months
- Slightly less vigorous in its climbing than Japanese and Chinese wisteria varieties, American wisteria is a perfect choice for smaller gardens that still want a good climber to blanket walls, fences or pergolas. It also suits being grown in a pot, making it a great option for patio planting
- Train up a sheltered, south facing structure that gets lots of sun to get the best results from your wisteria
- This plant is a fabulous choice for pollinator gardens - bees adore the abundant nectar and pollen that wisteria flowers provide
- 'Amethyst Falls' is a hardy perennial that, once established, can be relied upon to produce flowers every year
- Please Note: Our climbers are pruned back each winter, and some during the summer, so you may find at certain times of year they do not cover the whole 90cm cane. This is intentional to ensure the best growth when you plant out
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, American Wisteria can be grown in a large pot, but it will require regular pruning and consistent watering, especially during dry spells.
How big does it get?
American Wisteria can grow to a height of 8 to 12 metres and spread up to 8 metres, depending on the pruning and support.
How much sunlight does this need?
American Wisteria requires full sun to produce the best blooms.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
American Wisteria thrives in a fertile, moist but well-drained soil and benefits from a sunny position.
How much watering does this plant need?
American Wisteria needs moderate watering, requiring a deep soak of about 5 centimetres of water during dry spells above 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, American Wisteria needs pruning twice a year, cutting back whippy shoots to about 15 centimetres in summer, and further back in winter (even when temperatures are below 5°C) to encourage flowering.
How hardy is this plant?
Wisteria frutescens 'Amethyst Falls' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it can withstand temperatures from -10°C to -15°C and is hardy in most places throughout the UK.
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