Wisteria sinensis 'Alba'
White Wisteria
Description
Wisteria chinensis 'Alba' grows 8"-14" long leaves that are divided into 9-13 leaflets. The long-stalked, white flowers are very fragrant. This plant is very adaptable and can be grown as a tree, vine, or shurb.
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub, Vine
Height Range
6-12', 12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Unparticular
Soil Condition
Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Cascade, Container
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.