American Wisteria

American Wisteria is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing American Wisteria →

Common American Wisteria Problems →

American Wisteria prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

American Wisteria Water Frequency →

American Wisteria Root Rot →

American Wisteria requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

American Wisteria Light Requirements →

American Wisteria Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

American Wisteria is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

American Wisteria Toxicity to Cats →

American Wisteria Toxicity to Dogs →

American Wisteria Toxicity to Humans →

American Wisteria does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for American Wisteria →

When and How to Successfully Repot American Wisteria →

American Wisteria is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize American Wisteria →

American Wisteria is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.

How and When to Prune American Wisteria →

USDA Hardiness Zone
American Wisteria can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

American Wisteria Temperature Tolerance →

The seeds of American Wisteria can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate American Wisteria →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting American Wisteria →
• Drooping American Wisteria Leaves →
• American Wisteria Dropping Leaves →
• American Wisteria Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on American Wisteria →
• Brown Spots on American Wisteria →
• American Wisteria Leaves Falling Over →
• American Wisteria Leaves Curling →
• American Wisteria Yellow Leaves →
• American Wisteria Root Rot →