{"product_id":"nasiona-glicynii-amerykanskiej-wisteria-frutescens","title":"American Wisteria Seeds - Wisteria Frutescens","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWisteria frutescens\u003c\/strong\u003e – American Wisteria\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWisteria frutescens\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican wisteria\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a rare but highly interesting climbing plant native to the southeastern regions of the United States. In its natural habitat, it grows in moist forests, along stream banks, and in swampy groves—from Virginia and Illinois to Texas and Florida. Unlike the more invasive Asian varieties, American wisteria is much less aggressive and has a more predictable growth pattern, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens and well-organized garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eGrowth and Structure Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe plant produces long-lived, woody stems that twist counterclockwise and eventually reach \u003cstrong\u003eup to 5–6 meters in length\u003c\/strong\u003e. Despite its moderate growth rate, it requires sturdy supports such as gazebos, pergolas, or trellises where it can freely spread. An interesting decorative option is training the stems into a tree form, which is a rewarding technique for more experienced gardeners. Thanks to its excellent tolerance of pruning and shaping, \u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWisteria frutescens\u003c\/strong\u003e is also well suited for bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eFlowering and Ornamental Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eFlowering begins in late spring—May or June—and can often repeat in summer. A distinctive feature of this species is that flowers appear on the current year’s growth, which sets it apart from many other wisterias. The flower clusters reach lengths of \u003cstrong\u003e10 to 20 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, are dense, intensely lavender or light purple, often with a yellow eye, and emit a delicate fragrance. Their shape somewhat resembles lupine flowers. Although smaller than those of Chinese or Japanese varieties, their special charm lies in the density and regular arrangement of flowers in the clusters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eThe leaves are pinnate, composed of \u003cstrong\u003e9 to 15 elongated leaflets\u003c\/strong\u003e, each up to \u003cstrong\u003e6 cm long\u003c\/strong\u003e. In summer, they appear glossy and lush green, turning a vivid yellow in autumn, adding attractive seasonal color to the garden. After flowering, the plant remains decorative thanks to its leaves and characteristic seed pods—long, smooth, and shiny brown—that persist until winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCultivation Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWisteria frutescens\u003c\/strong\u003e thrives best in sunny or lightly shaded locations—lack of light significantly reduces flowering abundance. The soil should be slightly acidic to neutral, fertile, moderately moist, and well-drained. The plant does not tolerate transplanting well, so it is important to carefully consider its location during planning. It performs very well in temperate climates—this variety shows high frost resistance and can be safely grown throughout Europe, provided it is given a sheltered, warm spot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:14pt;\"\u003eCare and Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003eAmerican wisteria requires regular pruning—preferably in spring, just after flowering ends. This treatment not only controls its growth but also stimulates more intense and prolonged blooming. The plant rarely flowers in the first year after planting but can surprise with abundant flowers from the second or third season onward. It responds well to moderate fertilization in early spring, especially with fertilizers that support flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds and pods are toxic, so caution is advised when growing in gardens accessed by children or pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:12pt;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#656B39;\"\u003eWisteria frutescens\u003c\/strong\u003e offers an interesting alternative to the more invasive Asian wisterias. Its smaller size, controlled growth, frost resistance, and ability to flower twice make it increasingly popular in European gardens as an impressive yet easier-to-manage ornamental climber.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":52515668361544,"sku":"EA32-779F6","price":11.2,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52515668394312,"sku":"EA32-779F7","price":19.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52515668427080,"sku":"EA32-779F8","price":83.2,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":52515668459848,"sku":"EA32-779F9","price":139.2,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/1578.jpg?v=1770321348","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-glicynii-amerykanskiej-wisteria-frutescens","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}