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White Wisteria Tree | Wisteria 'Alba'
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White Wisteria Tree | Wisteria 'Alba'
Sale price
$62.99
Regular price
$67.99
Save $5.00
Plant Factory Direct
White Wisteria Tree | Wisteria 'Alba'
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White Wisteria Tree | Wisteria 'Alba'
BEST VALUE: Premium 3 Gallon — Landscape Ready
A nursery grown specimen delivered at 3-4' tall — professional landscaper quality with a well-established root system for faster establishment and earlier blooms. This is the size serious gardeners choose.
3 Gallon Plant 3-4' Tall — $119.99
A nursery grown specimen delivered at 3-4' tall — professional landscaper quality with a well-established root system for faster establishment and earlier blooms. This is the size serious gardeners choose.
3 Gallon Plant 3-4' Tall — $119.99
BUDGET-FRIENDLY STARTER: Premium 1 Gallon
Same proven genetics, same nursery grown quality — at a lower entry price. Arrives at 2-3' tall and ready to establish in your garden. A smart start for patient growers.
1 Gallon Plant 2-3' Tall — $62.99
Same proven genetics, same nursery grown quality — at a lower entry price. Arrives at 2-3' tall and ready to establish in your garden. A smart start for patient growers.
1 Gallon Plant 2-3' Tall — $62.99
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Buy 1 White Wisteria Tree = Original Price
Buy 2 White Wisteria Trees = Save 15% — savings apply automatically at checkout
Stock up and transform your landscape. Savings apply automatically at checkout.
Why White Wisteria is Trending
- Cascading white blooms create instant curb appeal and a romantic garden atmosphere
- One of the most searched flowering vines for arbors, pergolas, and fences
- Fragrant spring flowers attract pollinators and compliments in equal measure
- Deer resistant and heat tolerant — built for real-world landscapes
- Rapid growth rate means visible results in your first season
What This Plant Does For You
Imagine stepping into your backyard and being greeted by a waterfall of pure white blooms cascading over your pergola or arbor. White Wisteria 'Alba' transforms ordinary outdoor spaces into showstopping garden destinations. It creates natural privacy screening as it matures, fills the air with a delicate fragrance each spring, and draws in butterflies and beneficial pollinators season after season. Whether you are framing an entryway, covering a fence, or creating a focal point in a mixed border, this vine delivers the kind of dramatic transformation that takes years off a landscape's look — and adds real value to your property.
Plant Highlights
- Botanical Name: Wisteria 'Alba'
- Mature Height: Up to 25 feet (manageable with pruning)
- Mature Width: 8-10 feet
- Flower Color: White
- Flower Fragrance: Slight
- Bloom Time: Spring
- Foliage: Green, deciduous with fall color
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Hardiness Zones: 5-9
- Sun: Full sun
- Water: Occasional once established
- Soil: Tolerant of many soil types
- Pollinator Friendly: Yes | Deer Resistant: Yes | Heat Tolerant: Yes
- Grown by: The Plant Factory
Add to cart now and start your wisteria transformation this season.
Premium Features & Solutions
White Wisteria 'Alba' solves the most common landscaping challenge: finding a fast-growing, high-impact plant that actually performs. Unlike slower ornamentals, this vine establishes quickly and rewards you with a spectacular spring bloom show within the first few years. It thrives in tough conditions — heat, occasional drought, and varied soils — making it one of the most reliable choices for gardeners across zones 5-9.
Choose Your Size
The 1 Gallon (12-14" tall) is your budget-friendly entry point — same nursery grown genetics, ready to establish and grow. The 3 Gallon (24" tall) is the landscape-ready choice, arriving with a more developed root system for faster establishment and earlier flowering. Both sizes ship with the same care and quality guarantee from The Plant Factory.
Smart Growing Guide
Beginner Guide — Step by Step
Step 1 — Pick Your Spot: Choose a location with full sun (6+ hours daily). Wisteria needs sun to bloom well.
Step 2 — Set Up Support First: Install a sturdy trellis, arbor, or pergola before planting. Wisteria is a vigorous climber and needs something strong to hold onto.
Step 3 — Plant It Right: Dig a hole as deep as the root ball and twice as wide. Set the plant at the same depth it was in the pot. Backfill and water deeply.
Step 4 — Water Consistently: Keep the soil evenly moist through the first growing season. Once established, water occasionally during dry spells.
Step 5 — Mulch Around the Base: Apply 2-3 inches of organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.
Step 6 — Prune in Late Winter: Each year, prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood and shape the vine. Prune again lightly after flowering to encourage next year's buds.
Step 7 — Fertilize in Spring: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer (SR-18-5-10) in early spring. Avoid high-nitrogen formulas — they push foliage over flowers.
Advanced Guide — Optimization Tips
Root Pruning for Bloom Stimulation: If your wisteria is producing lush foliage but few flowers, try root pruning in late summer. Use a spade to cut a circle around the plant about 18" from the base to stress-trigger bloom production.
Soil pH Optimization: Target a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0). Test annually and amend with sulfur to lower pH or lime to raise it.
Structural Training: Select 2-3 main leaders and tie them to your support structure. Remove all other shoots in the first 2 years to build a strong framework before allowing lateral spread.
Summer Pruning: Cut back new lateral shoots to 5-6 leaves in midsummer to redirect energy into flower bud formation for the following spring.
Fertilizer Timing: Apply a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertilizer (like 5-10-10) in early spring to prioritize bloom over vegetative growth.
Pro Tips for Maximum Impact
- Plant near a pergola or arbor — wisteria in full bloom over a structure is one of the most dramatic garden features you can create
- Give it room to grow: plan for 8-10 feet of spread at maturity and prune annually to keep it in bounds
- Pair with spring bulbs at the base for a layered bloom display that starts before the wisteria opens
- Be patient with young plants — the first 2-3 years are establishment years; the payoff comes in year 3 and beyond
- Check your support structure annually — mature wisteria is heavy and needs a solid anchor
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Wisteria 'Alba'?
Wisteria 'Alba' is a white-flowering selection of wisteria prized for its cascading clusters of fragrant white blooms each spring. It is a vigorous deciduous vine that can be trained on arbors, pergolas, fences, or shaped into a tree form. This is one of the most elegant and sought-after flowering vines for zones 5-9.
What is the difference between the 1 Gallon and 3 Gallon sizes?
The 1 Gallon arrives at 12-14" tall and is a great budget-friendly starter with the same genetics and nursery grown quality. The 3 Gallon arrives at 24" tall with a more developed root system, meaning faster establishment and earlier flowering. Both are nursery grown at The Plant Factory and ship with the same quality guarantee.
How do I save with Fill My Box?
Add 2 White Wisteria Trees to your cart and save 15% automatically at checkout — no coupon code needed. The discount applies automatically when you reach the qualifying quantity.
When will my White Wisteria bloom?
Wisteria typically blooms in spring. Young plants may take 2-3 years to settle in before producing heavy flower clusters. Proper pruning and full sun exposure are the two biggest factors in encouraging prolific blooming.
How do I plant White Wisteria?
Choose a full-sun location and install a sturdy support structure before planting. Set the root ball at the same depth it was in the pot, backfill, and water deeply. Keep the soil evenly moist through the first growing season to establish a strong root system.
Is White Wisteria deer resistant?
Yes. White Wisteria 'Alba' is deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens in areas with deer pressure.
Is White Wisteria safe for pets?
No. Wisteria is toxic to pets. Keep dogs and cats away from the plant and fallen seed pods.
How fast does White Wisteria grow?
Wisteria has a rapid growth rate and can put on several feet of new growth per season once established. This is one of the reasons it is so popular for quickly covering arbors and pergolas.
What zones does White Wisteria grow in?
White Wisteria 'Alba' is hardy in zones 5-9. We ship to zones 3-11 with appropriate seasonal holds to ensure your plant arrives healthy and viable.
How do I prune White Wisteria?
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead or crossed branches and shape the vine. Prune again lightly after flowering to encourage next year's flower bud development. Consistent annual pruning is the key to keeping wisteria manageable and blooming well.
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White Wisteria 'Alba' is one of the most requested flowering vines we grow. Stock is seasonal and limited. Choose your size below and add to cart today.
1 Gallon — $62.99 | 3 Gallon — $99.99
White Wisteria 'Alba' is one of the most requested flowering vines we grow. Stock is seasonal and limited. Choose your size below and add to cart today.
1 Gallon — $62.99 | 3 Gallon — $99.99
Ordering & Shipping
Our processing time is typically 1-3 days after receiving your order. Orders placed after 4:00 PM Wednesday through Sunday ship the following Monday. The Plant Factory offers the best shipping processes to ensure quick, safe, and near-perfect results every time. Cold and heat may temporarily hold your order until it is safe to ship and plant in your area. We will hold orders at our discretion to ensure you receive the healthiest, most viable plant possible.
Summer/Winter Shipping Restrictions: Summer above 95 degrees | Winter below 34 degrees
We do not ship to: AK, HI, PR
Note: The images and videos on our site are the best way to show off our products and show how good we are as growers. Depending on the season you buy, you may get a plant that is smaller or bigger than the picture shows. The plant might bloom like it does on our site, but it might not. We cut off the blooms most of the time because they don't ship well. When you buy our plants, think of them as an investment in your future garden, and enjoy the process of seeing it grow to its fullest.