Wisteria (Amethyst Falls) - Wisteria frutescens

Wisteria frutescens is a highly-desirable USA native variety of Wisteria, not to be confused with the invasive Chinese Wisteria sinensis. Wisteria frutescens is commonly known as Amethyst Falls for its large, fragrant, lavender inflorescences. It bears medium green foliage from April through October. Wisteria can be trained to grow against a wall, fence, or up a tree.

• Average mature height: 8 to 20 feet
• Light: Full sun for best flowering results
• Soil: Moist, well-drained
• Zones: 7-10

Fall/Winter Dormancy Period with No Leaves
In the winter, this plant generally loses its leaves and may arrive bare to you. Like hibernation, dormancy is an important part of the normal growing cycle when plants are strengthening their root systems instead of focusing on creating new growth. They are still healthy, viable plants that will begin growing new leaves in spring with more light and warmer temperatures during the day and night. ​Keep on the drier side during the winter and protect from extreme cold. While your plant may seem dead, it is not; we have watched the miracle of dormancy for more than 20 years in our nursery and have been thrilled each spring to see dormant plants bloom out and thrive at the end of their normal growing cycle of dormancy.

Plant Size
A baby plant, that is 3-8 inches tall, will arrive at your home in a 3-inch-deep pot. Then, raise your new baby to maturity under your caring, green thumb.

Questions or Problems?
We have shipped thousands of plants safely to their destinations; however, please send us a picture of your plant(s) within 48 hours of arrival if you have any questions or problems. We can then assess for our Live Delivery Guarantee.

Dead Leaves?
A few leaves may die during shipping. No fear! It's still healthy and will grow new leaves. Trim old growth and repot into a larger pot to encourage new growth.

Fertilizer
Power up your flowering plant with Wellspring Gardens' premium water-soluble Flower Power Fuel.  Once a week, use a one-gallon watering can and the amount of fuel specified below. Your flowers will thank you. 
• Indoor potted plants: 1/4 teaspoon
• Outdoor potted plants: 1/2 teaspoon
• Outdoor landscape plants: 1 teaspoon

Cold Weather Shipping
We don’t advise shipping in freezing temperatures. Please ensure temperature lows in your area aren't under 35℉ when you order. If they are that low, just email us and we will be happy to hold your order. Also, make sure to track your package closely and retrieve it as soon as it arrives. We insulate packages bound for cold destinations. We do not, however, use heat packs.