Wisteria frutescens 'Nivea'

Also Known As

Nivea American Wisteria

Plant type

vine

size

H: 15'-30'
W: 3'-30'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Wisteria frutescens 'Nivea' plant details

Wisteria frutescens 'Nivea' is a broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Wisteria frutescens 'Nivea'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cutting garden, native plant, repeat-blooming, showy, trellis, vigorous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Wisteria frutescens 'Nivea'

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A white flowered selection. This is a US native (we don't offer any of the Asian, invasive species). The best show can be achieved by trimming your vine to four buds from last year's new growth just before this year's growth begins.

By: Brushwood Nursery

Racemes of 10" with pure white flowers, with yellow centers, bloom later and longer. Flowers are faintly scented and close together on each raceme, giving it an appearance of dense flower heads.