Wisteria Frutescens 'Longwood Purple' (Boxed Arch)

Create a breathtaking garden entry with this stunning American wisteria trained over an elegant arch. Wisteria Frutescens 'Longwood Purple' produces fragrant, tightly clustered purple flowers in late spring to early summer, attracting butterflies and pollinators. Unlike its Asian counterparts, this native variety is non-invasive and tamer in growth, making it a beautiful yet manageable choice for Southern gardens. Gracefully twining around the sturdy frame, it adds height, structure, and seasonal color to your landscape.

Height: 15-25 feet (when mature and untrained)

Spread: 4-8 feet

Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-9

Type: Deciduous Vine (twining climber)

Form: Trained on Boxed Arch

Light: Full sun to part shade

Soil: Moist, well-drained soil; tolerates clay

Water: Moderate, drought tolerant once established 

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Flower Color: Deep violet-purple

Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

Maintenance: Low to moderate; prune after flowering to shape and control growth