silky wisteria

Silky wisteria (Wisteria brachybotrys 'Shiro-kapitan') should be watered thoroughly, allowing the soil to become thoroughly moist but not soggy. Water when the top 1-2 inches of soil feels dry to the touch; this should be about once a week during the growing season, and once every 2 weeks when the plant is dormant in winter. It is best to water your wisteria in the early morning so the plant has time to absorb the moisture before the heat of the day. Make sure to water the soil around the base of the plant, not the leaves, so the water reaches the roots. It is also important to avoid over-watering, as too much water can cause the roots to rot.

Silky wisteria (Wisteria brachybotrys 'Shiro-kapitan') is a sun-loving species of vine and will do best when exposed to full sun for at least 6-8 hours per day. Direct sunlight is preferred, although light or dappled shade is acceptable if temperatures remain moderate. When grown in full sun, this flowering vine will produce its masses of white, fragrant flowers in abundance. Too little sun, however, may reduce the amount of blooms produced.

Silky wisteria (Wisteria brachybotrys 'Shiro-kapitan') should be pruned twice a year; once in winter and again in early summer. When pruning in winter, cut back the new growth on the stems to about a quarter of their length to maintain an attractive shape and size. This will also encourage more flowering next spring. In early summer, thin out overcrowded or crossing branches, and remove any damaged or diseased growth, then tidy up the remaining foliage. Make sure to cut back to 2 or 3 healthy buds on stems to reduce risk of damage. Finally, trim the tips of the stems when they have finished flowering, this should be done a few inches below the finished blooms. It is important to avoid over-pruning, as this can reduce flowering for the following season.