Millettia reticulata
evergreen wisteria
A stunning and highly fragrant evergreen twining vine, which despite its common name, is not actually a wisteria. In a similar way to its namesake however, it produces an abundace of dark purple, pea-like flower panicles from May to June. Pair this bicoloured beauty with the colour-matched sweet pea ‘Matucana’, also with a heady scent, to enjoy what Humphry Repton once described as the ‘olfactory joy’.
How to care for Millettia reticulata:
To avoid dry conditions, and to ensure good soil contact around the rootball, we advise planting climbers at least 30cm (12in), and preferably 45-60cm (18-24in) away from the base of a wall or fence. An even larger distance should be maintained when planting climbers beside an existing tree or shrub.
In growth, feed monthly & water freely, sparingly in winter. In milder areas, grow in moderately fertile, well-drained or moist but well-drained soil in full sun with some protection such as horticultural fleece if severe or prolonged frost is forecast.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
5m
Eventual spread:
3m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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