Wisteria formosa 'Black Dragon'

Wisteria formosa

How to grow Wisteria formosa 'Black Dragon'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

During the growing season, train and tie in the selected stems to form the main framework
Prune the whippy growth to 4 or 5 buds from main stem after flowering in mid summer
Prune again to 2 buds when the plant is dormant in mid winter, to form flowering spurs.
Feed in the spring

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Black Dragon is thought of as hardy, so Black Dragon will tend to go dormant or grow slowly over the winter months.

Growing Black Dragon from seed

Exceptionally slow to flower from seed
New plants are usually grafted

Transplanting Black Dragon

Fertile moist but well drained soil
Full sun to light shade
This plant will need a frame for support or a post if grown as a standard

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Black Dragon is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Black Dragon