Plant Care Chinese Wisteria
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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 
Wisteria sinensis
Wisteria
Fabaceae
Fabales
How to care for Chinese Wisteria
How often to water your Chinese Wisteria
0.5 cups
every 9
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
Finding light for Chinese Wisteria in your home
1ft or less from
a window
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 🏡.
How to fertilize Chinese Wisteria
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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She’s very fragile and grows but never keeps the leaves on, she’s been like this for about a year:/
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It’s the middle of an ice storm outside, but indoors, my wisteria thinks it’s spring! #NewGrowth
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Brown leaves on purple wisteria I planted this bonsái from a seed kit awhile back. It keeps growing and giving new leaves, but the newest ones have brown on them. I recently upgraded my lighting setup with brighter grow lights. Could it be too much light?
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Hi :)My plant is always under the sunlight and the app says I should water it 1/2 cup every one week , I think it will get dry also the leaves changed it’s color ،don’t know what to do #ChineseWisteria
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So the Greg app says my wisteria loves direct sun but in a different place it says bright indirect light. I’ve moved her a little here and there and am thinking she doesn’t like direct sun??!! Any thoughts? #BlueMoonWisteria
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How long does it take a wisteria to bloom for the first time?  #ChineseWisteria
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North American wisteria plant with yellowing leaves that we falling off. Hi, I've had my north American wisteria plant for about 2 months. About a month ago, I noticed the leaves yellowing and falling off. After researching, I bought some 10-10-10 fertilizer and added that with a watering. (I water regularly as suggested for this plant). She perked up a bit and then i noticed little bites in the leaves so I sprayed neem. Fast forward 2 weeks, she still looms sad and yellow. Any tips? Picture shown is the latest pic. Thanks #northamericanwisteria #yellowleaves #diagnosemyplant
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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 →
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 →
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 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.
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!
Best Soil Mix for Chinese Wisteria →
When and How to Successfully Repot Chinese Wisteria →
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.
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.
How and When to Prune Chinese Wisteria →
USDA Hardiness Zone
Chinese Wisteria can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 5a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Chinese Wisteria Temperature Tolerance →
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 Chinese Wisteria →
- Drooping Chinese Wisteria Leaves →
- Chinese Wisteria Dropping Leaves →
- Chinese Wisteria Mushy Leaves →
- Black Spots on Chinese Wisteria →
- Brown Spots on Chinese Wisteria →
- Chinese Wisteria Leaves Falling Over →
- Chinese Wisteria Yellow Leaves →
- Chinese Wisteria Root Rot →
Care Summary for Chinese Wisteria
Chinese Wisteria
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
