Japanese wisteria 'Longissima Alba' | Wisteria floribunda Longissima Alba - Height 140-180cm Width 20-30cm - 3lt

Japanese Wisteria "Longissima Alba" is a deciduous climber grown for its elegant, trailing habit, trained easily against walls, pergolas and trellises. The foliage consists of mid-green, pinnate leaves that provide a soft, textured backdrop throughout the growing season. In late spring and early summer the plant produces exceptionally long, pendulous racemes of pure white, pea-like flowers, often reaching 30-60cm in length, creating a striking cascading display. The flowers are lightly fragrant, adding a sensory dimension to seating areas, archways and boundaries where the plant is positioned. The flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinating insects, making this climber useful for supporting garden biodiversity during its flowering period. This wisteria requires a sturdy support structure due to its vigorous, twining growth and can become heavy with age, so robust fixings are recommended. It performs best in a sheltered, sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil, and benefits from protection from strong winds which can damage the long flower trusses. Regular pruning in late summer and winter helps to control growth and encourage flowering. Suitable for south or west facing walls, this plant is a good choice for gardeners seeking a dramatic, scented floral feature for pergolas, archways or house fronts.