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Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee'

Also Known As

  • Wisteria macrostachya 'Aunt Dee'
  • Aunt Dee Wisteria

Plant type

shrub, vine

size

  • H: 15'-25'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee' plant details

Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub or vine with green foliage. In summer lavender 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 average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee'

Plant type: shrub or vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 15 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
Uses: fall color, fragrant, vigorous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This fine selection of our native SE Wisteria is a wonder! This cultivar is hardier, more tolerant of wet soils and a little less exuberant in its growth. Producing masses of 8-12" clusters of lilac-blue, fragrant pea-like flowers from spring into summer. This is a perfect vine for arbor, trellis or fence. S/M
This selection of Wisteria is very hardy with 8 to 12 inch long clusters of lilac blue flowers. Great for covering a fence or trellis. Growth Rate fast, 12"+ annually
Soft purple flowers in late May and June. One of the hardiest wisterias, has survived zone 4 in a sheltered area. American native.
Lavander flowers bloom in summer on long racemes. Full sun - part shade.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee' plant

How to Grow Wisteria frutescens (Macrostachya Group) 'Aunt Dee'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • lavender
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 20'-30'

  • sun - shade
  • even moisture - regular
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