447 gardener saves
Wisteria: the varieties gardeners actually grow
We track 10 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.
The 10 most-saved Wisteria varieties
Of 10 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.
#1 most savedChinese Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis 'Lattice Arch'
#2 most savedJapanese Wisteria 'Grande Diva Jessye'
Wisteria floribunda 'Grande Diva Jessye'
#3 most savedChinese Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis
Chinese Wisteria 'Prolific'
Wisteria sinensis 'Prolific'
Blue Moon Wisteria
Wisteria floribunda 'Blue Moon'
Japanese Wisteria 'Honbeni'
Wisteria floribunda 'Honbeni'
Grande Diva Barbara Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis 'Grande Diva Barbara'
Summer Cascade Wisteria
Wisteria macrostachya 'Summer Cascade'
Jako Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis 'Jako'
Amethyst Falls Wisteria
Wisteria sinensis 'Amethyst Falls'
How to grow Wisteria
What the Wisteria varieties in our catalog actually agree on — drawn from the care records of the 10 most-grown of them, not from a generic template.
The Wisteria year
- PruneJanuary, June and July100% of varieties
Cut back side shoots to 2-3 buds in late winter to promote flowering spurs.
- FertilizeFebruary and March100% of varieties
Apply high-phosphorus fertilizer only if flowering is poor.
- PlantFebruary, March, September and October50% of varieties
Plant bare root or container stock in early spring or fall.
- Spring CleanupFebruary50% of varieties
Remove any dead or damaged wood before new growth begins.
- Check for PestsApril–June30% of varieties
Inspect new growth for aphids; check stems for scale insects.
Do
- Mulch to conserve moisture
- Support with sturdy trellises or arbors
- Water regularly during dry spells 🌱
- Prune after flowering to shape the vine
- Feed with a balanced fertilizer in early spring
Avoid
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t prune in late fall or winter
- Never neglect support structures
- Do not prune in late summer or fall
What goes wrong with Wisteria
| Problem | What you'll see | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| Aphids | Sticky residue on leaves, distorted growth | Use insecticidal soap or neem oil |
| Scale insects | Bumps on stems and leaves, yellowing | Apply horticultural oil |
| Japanese Beetles | Skeletonized leaves and damaged flowers. | Hand-pick into soapy water. Use pheromone traps away from the plant. Apply neem oil or a targeted insecticide if severe. |
| Scale Insects | Small bumps on stems, sticky honeydew, and sooty mold. | Apply horticultural oil during the dormant season. Use a systemic insecticide for heavy infestations. |
| Root rot | Wilting, blackened roots | Improve drainage, avoid overwatering |
| Powdery mildew | White powder on leaves | Apply fungicide or neem oil |
| Powdery Mildew | White powdery fungus on leaves. | Improve air circulation. Spray with horticultural oil or a potassium bicarbonate solution. Apply fungicide if necessary. |
Making more Wisteria
Layering
- Select a healthy vine branch in early spring.
- Bury a section of stem in soil, pinning it down.
- Water regularly and wait for roots to develop in 3-4 months.
Cuttings
- Take hardwood cuttings in late winter.
- Dip cut ends in rooting hormone.
- Plant in moist, well-draining soil.
- Keep soil moist, and wait for roots in 6 weeks.
Wisteria questions
How many types of Wisteria are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 10 distinct Wisteria varieties. The most popular — ranked by 447 real gardener saves — are shown first above.
What zones does Wisteria grow in?
Across its varieties, Wisteria covers USDA Zones 4–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Wisteria bloom?
Most Wisteria varieties bloom in late spring, late spring, mid-spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Wisteria should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.
Keep exploring
Design with Wisteria in your own yard
Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.
