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Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria
Wisteria floribunda 'Black Dragon'
Purple Japanese Wisteria
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Deep purple double-flowered panicles of fragrant blooms. Flowers appear on new growth, so prune in early spring and grow in full sun for the best show. Vigorous and adaptable, Japanese wisteria can be aggressive and needs a sturdy fence, trellis or pergola to climb on. *All parts of this plant are toxic if ingested by humans or pets*
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Attracts pollinators.
- Fragrant.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria get?
About 30' tall at maturity.
How much sun does Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria need?
Full Sun to Part Shade (3 to 6+ hours Sun).
How much water does Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 5, so it suits sites in zone 5 or warmer. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Where can I buy Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Black Dragon Purple Japanese Wisteria wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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