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Betty Matthews Kentucky Wisteria
Wisteria macrostachya 'Betty Matthews' Summer Cascade™
Kentucky Wisteria
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A beautiful flowering vine which can easily cover an arbor or pergola, creating a cool, shady place. Prune in early spring to encourage a show of fragrant purple cascades that turn to interesting seed pods. Kentucky wisteria are less aggressive than Asian varieties but still need sturdy support. *All parts of this plant are toxic if ingested by humans or pets*
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Attracts pollinators.
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Suitable for Utah Lake secondary water systems.
- Tolerates rock mulch.
Quick answers
How big does Betty Matthews Kentucky Wisteria get?
About 20-25' tall at maturity.
How much sun does Betty Matthews Kentucky Wisteria need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Betty Matthews Kentucky Wisteria need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Betty Matthews Kentucky Wisteria grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 or warmer, which covers most of the region. 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 Betty Matthews Kentucky 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 Betty Matthews Kentucky 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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