Wisteria frutescens 'Longwood Purple'

Also Known As

Longwood Purple American Wisteria

Plant type

vine

size

H: 20'-30'
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Wisteria frutescens 'Longwood Purple' plant details

Wisteria frutescens 'Longwood Purple' is a broadleaf deciduous vine with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge followed by green fruit. 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.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Wisteria frutescens 'Longwood Purple'

Plant type: vine
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cascading, rare, vigorous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Wisteria frutescens 'Longwood Purple'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Selected at Longwood Gardens for habit and color. This US native (we don't offer any of the Asian, invasive species) will sport many clusters of rich purple flowers in late spring and early summer. We've seen it repeat bloom right through September! 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.