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Chinese Wisteria

About Chinese Wisteria

This vine is considered invasive in the southeast. It needs space and sturdy supports, with full sun for best flowering. Regular pruning is required for shaping and to control rampant growth. It can be slow to become established and flowers may not be produced until the 2nd or 3rd year after planting.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Wisteria sinensis

Genus

Wisteria

Family

Fabaceae

Order

Fabales

How to care for Chinese Wisteria

💦 Water

How often to water your Chinese Wisteria

Chinese Wisteria needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Chinese Wisteria in your home

Chinese Wisteria love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Chinese Wisteria does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Chinese Wisteria in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Chinese Wisteria

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Chinese Wisteria: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Chinese Wisteria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Chinese Wisteria can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Chinese Wisteria →

Common Chinese Wisteria Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Chinese 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.

Chinese Wisteria Water Frequency →

Chinese Wisteria Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Chinese 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 🏡.

Chinese Wisteria Light Requirements →

Chinese Wisteria Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Chinese Wisteria is extremely dangerous if consumed. 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 immediately. Chinese Wisteria is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Chinese Wisteria Edible? →

Chinese Wisteria Toxicity to Cats →

Chinese Wisteria Toxicity to Dogs →

Chinese Wisteria Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Chinese 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!

When and How to Successfully Repot Chinese Wisteria →

What Are Healthy Chinese Wisteria Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Chinese 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.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Chinese 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.

Chinese Wisteria Lifecycle →

Chinese Wisteria Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Chinese Wisteria →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

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

Chinese Wisteria Temperature Tolerance →

Chinese Wisteria Hardiness Zones →

Is Chinese Wisteria a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Chinese Wisteria, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

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.