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Anonymous on
July 2, 2022Q.Wisteria Woes!
I have a Wisteria climbing up a wooden trellis arch, but something is eating it!. Although Pic1 shows some holes in the leaves this is not my main concern. Pics 2 & 3 show the new shoots being completely stripped of new leaves, more of a worry. I can see no signs of any bugs and have sprayed with a general bug killer, to no avail. I live in Scotland. Any suggestions would be gratefully appreciated.
Answered by
GKH_Susan on
July 13, 2022
Certified ExpertA.The leaves are stippled looking which is a sign of spider mites. They need a miticide to kill them. The leaves may have turned yellow and dropped off, or just dropped off.
Wisteria frutecens is a host plant for several butterflies and skippers. I had silver spotted skipper caterpillars on my young wisteria and they completely stripped it. The leaves grew back though. I would let them live if that is what you have.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/insects/spider-mite-control.htm
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- Asked by
Sandra Cooper on
July 21, 2022
Lake Stevens, WA 98258Q.Wisteria Vine Cracking
Hello, My wisteria has cracks on one of the vines. So far the leaves look ok but I'm worried about all these cracks. Is this what's called canker? Should we cut out the affected vine as much as we can? Any thing we can do to protect the rest of the plant?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
July 22, 2022
Certified ExpertA.This is normal in older vines. There is no need to worry unless you start noticing other distress. If you start noticing a decline, then a heavy pruning may restore the vine after a few years.
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Bramblyhedge on
July 31, 2022
CornwallQ.Climbing Wysteria From A Pot?
I would love to have wysteria climbing on my walls and over the door of my single story house however I am put off by potential damage from the roots. Is it possible to grow wysteria that will climb in this manner from a large pot or will it stay small or die as it outgrows the container?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 3, 2022
Certified ExpertA.A large container would hold them just fine! They will stay, pretty well, to their container size, so if you want them to climb them a larger container will be necessary. 20 gallons or more will suffice.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/growing-wisteria-in-container.htm
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davidj32 on
August 8, 2022
Weston Super MareQ.My Wisteria Doesn’t Flower Lots Of Leaves
In sun part shade climbes great
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 9, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, outside of full sun it doesn't tend to flower well. There could be more reasons, though. This article will help:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/roses/page/7
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/transplant-wisteria-vines.htm
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Anonymous on
September 13, 2022Q.How Can I Save A 20 Year Old Wisteria Tree
We need to do some construction work in the back yard and the tree is in the path of the 6 wheeler should I try to move the tree or just cut it back and hope it will grow and bloom again? Thank you
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
September 21, 2022
Certified ExpertA.Generally, wisteria is fine with hard pruning, but it will cost you blooms for a few seasons. Wisteria are known to have extensive roots, so it may be a chore to try to dig it up. But that may be better than having to train the tree shape again. Here is more:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/wisteria-root-system.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/transplant-wisteria-vines.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/vines/wisteria/pruning-wisteria.htm
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Anonymous on
October 19, 2022Q.How Do You Winter Over A Young Wisteria In A Pot?
I started 7 wisteria seeds and got 5 seedlings.Through the summer they did well. I think all 5 are still alive, although with the Fall season some have lost their leaves. Thanks Sandy Brennan
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 2, 2022
Certified ExpertA.You can winter them inside a garage, shed or basement where it doesn't get below freezing. Water sparingly during the winter or root rot could set in. Check them about every three weeks and if dry, give them a little water but do not saturate.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-overwintering.htm
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wtgfleming33 on
September 13, 2023
TA2 6SXQ.No Matter How Much I Cut Back My Wisteria It Goes On The Rampage. Any Suggestions.
Can I do anything to keep it under control?
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 13, 2023
Certified ExpertA.Unfortunately, there are only two good options. Heavy pruning and removal. If you intend to keep the vine it will be necessary to keep a tight control on pruning to avoid it getting wild.
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