Wisteria sinensis ‘White Silk’ is a timeless and highly ornamental deciduous climber that brings elegance, fragrance, and architectural beauty to the garden. This refined variety is distinguished by its long, drooping racemes of pure white flowers, which appear in abundance during late spring. The blooms emerge before or alongside the foliage, allowing the cascading flower clusters to take centre stage and create a dramatic, silk-like curtain of blossom.
Each raceme can reach up to 30cm in length and is composed of delicate, pea-like flowers that release a rich, sweet fragrance. On warm spring days, the scent carries effortlessly through the garden, making ‘White Silk’ an exceptional choice for planting near seating areas, pathways, or doorways where its perfume can be fully appreciated. Unlike more common purple or blue Wisterias, this white-flowering form offers a crisp, sophisticated aesthetic that pairs beautifully with both traditional and contemporary garden designs.
Wisteria sinensis ‘White Silk’ is a vigorous deciduous climber that can reach a mature height of 6–9m (20–30ft) with a spread of up to 4m (13ft), depending on training and pruning. Flower racemes typically measure up to 30cm in length and appear in late spring before the foliage fully develops. The leaves are pinnate and fresh green throughout summer, turning golden-yellow in autumn before falling. Best grown in full sun or light shade in fertile, well-drained soil. Regular pruning in summer and winter helps control size and encourages prolific flowering. Ideal for pergolas, arches, walls, and large garden structures.
