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Wisteria sinensis 'Prolific'
2 Litre Pot • Approx. 65cm
Plant Highlights: Masses of fragrant blue-violet flower clusters • Vigorous climber for walls and pergolas • Reliable spring flowering • Long-lived feature plant
Overview
Wisteria sinensis 'Prolific' is one of the finest Chinese Wisterias, renowned for its abundant displays of fragrant blue-violet flower clusters in spring. The cascading racemes appear before or as the fresh foliage emerges, creating a spectacular floral display that transforms walls, pergolas and arches into striking garden features.
Supplied in a 2 litre pot at approximately 65cm tall, this young climber is ready to establish into a magnificent, long-lived specimen. Its vigorous growth and dependable flowering make it a favourite for cottage gardens, traditional gardens and contemporary outdoor spaces alike.
Plant Details
| Attribute | Information |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Wisteria sinensis 'Prolific' |
| Common Name | Chinese Wisteria |
| Plant Type | Deciduous climber |
| Pot Size | 2 litre |
| Supplied Height | Approx. 65cm |
| Light | Full sun or light partial shade |
| Growth Habit | Vigorous twining climber |
| Flower Colour | Blue-violet |
| Flowering Season | Spring |
| Fragrance | Sweetly fragrant |
| Foliage | Bright green, deciduous |
| Soil | Fertile, moist but well-drained soil |
| Watering | Water regularly while establishing and during prolonged dry periods |
| Mature Height | 8–12m |
| Mature Spread | Wider than 8m |
| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
| Flowering Months | May to June |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Pruning Months | July & January–February |
Growing Guide
Position
Plant in full sun for the most reliable flowering, although light partial shade is tolerated. Provide a strong support such as a pergola, arch, fence or wall, as mature plants become substantial over time.
Soil
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Avoid waterlogged sites, particularly during winter.
Watering
Water regularly during the establishment period. Once established, additional watering is generally only needed during prolonged dry spells.
Pruning
Prune twice each year to encourage prolific flowering and maintain a tidy framework. Shorten the current season's long shoots in summer, then prune again in late winter to develop flowering spurs.
Wildlife
The fragrant flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects, making this an excellent addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.
Perfect For
- Pergolas
- Garden arches
- Sunny walls
- Cottage gardens
- Courtyard gardens
- Feature planting
Why We Love It
- Produces an exceptional display of fragrant blue-violet flowers each spring.
- Vigorous growth quickly creates a dramatic focal point.
- A classic climber that becomes more impressive with age.
- Adds height, colour and fragrance to the garden for many years.
Product Information
- Supplied in a 2 litre nursery pot.
- Approximate supplied height: 65cm.
- Pot size and supplied height refer to the plant at the time of sale, not the plant's eventual mature size.
Growing & care
- Plant type
- climber
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 12.0m high· 8.0m wide
- Flowering
- Spring· Violet· Blue· Multicolour
- Foliage
- deciduous
Useful to know
Pollinator friendly
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