My Wisteria Appears to Have Died

Question

It is May and our 6 year old Wisteria vine has no buds whatsoever. There is a very small growth at the base of the vine. The vine has leafed out and bloomed each of the past few years earlier than this year. We had a semi colder winter than normal, but not extended freezing. We live in Richland, Washington. Does this happen often?

Answer 1

The plant could be suffering from crown gall. This article will help determine if this is the issue: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/wisteria-diseases.htm If crown gall is not the issue and the vine is still alive and seemingly ok otherwise, I would just give it more time. It may be taking it a little longer to come back after this past, cold winter.