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Product Overview
Wisteria floribunda Longissima Purple is an impressive, deciduous climber known for its extraordinary long racemes of soft purple flowers, which can extend up to 1 metre in length. This variety creates a breathtaking display in mid to late spring, making it a perfect choice for covering pergolas, arches, and walls, where its pendulous blossoms can be fully appreciated.
Growth:
Wisteria floribunda Longissima Purple can reach a height of up to 9 metres and spread around 3-6 metres. It exhibits a vigorous growth habit, requiring strong support to accommodate its extensive coverage and heavy floral display.
Light Requirements:
Prefers full sun for optimal flowering. While it can tolerate part shade, a sunny position is ideal to encourage the most prolific blooming and vibrant flower colour.
Soil Requirements:
This variety thrives in well-drained, fertile soil. It can adapt to various soil types, including loam, clay, and sandy soils, as long as there is good drainage. Incorporating organic matter into the soil will support healthier growth and improve moisture retention.
Water Requirements:
Requires regular watering during the establishment phase. Once established, it becomes relatively drought-tolerant but will benefit from deep watering during prolonged dry periods to support healthy growth and flowering.
Frost Tolerance:
Highly frost-tolerant, making it suitable for various Australian climates. It will go dormant in winter and resprout in spring with new growth and blooms.
Drought Tolerance:
Moderately drought-tolerant once established. Consistent moisture during the growing season will help maintain its health and support its impressive floral display.
Flowering Information:
Produces extremely long clusters of pale purple flowers from mid to late spring. These racemes, often exceeding 1 metre in length, create a dramatic and fragrant spectacle that attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Spacing Requirements:
Space plants approximately 4 metres apart to allow for sufficient air circulation and room for growth.
Fertiliser Requirements:
Feed with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Additional feeding after the blooming season will help prepare the plant for the following year.
Care and Maintenance:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and control size. Heavy pruning in winter will encourage a well-formed structure and promote better flowering in the next season. This variety can become invasive if not managed properly, so regular pruning is essential.
