Glycine clandestina
Glycine clandestina · Fabaceae
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In autumn, ease off feeding and take the chance to clean up around glycine clandestina and prepare for winter.
ID card
- Family
- Fabaceae (legumes)
- Plant type
- Perennial climber
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Flowering
- Spring (September-October in Southern Hemisphere)
- Origin
- Australia
- Hardiness
- Low hardiness, prefers temperate to warm climate
- Mature size
- 2 to 3 m in height
Care
Light exposure
Place this wisteria in full sun or partial shade for optimal flowering. A bright location promotes flower production. Avoid completely shaded areas that would slow growth and flowering.
Watering
Water regularly during the growing season (spring-summer), keeping the soil moist but well-drained. Reduce watering in winter. Avoid waterlogging that could rot the roots.
Soil
Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil is ideal. Enrich with compost at planting time. Compacted or overly clay soil should be lightened with sand or organic matter.
Pruning and training
Prune after flowering to control shape and encourage branching. Remove dead wood and crossing stems to air out the plant. A support or trellis is necessary to guide its vertical growth.
Fertilizer
Apply balanced fertilizer in spring. Legumes naturally fix nitrogen, so moderate feeding is sufficient. A fertilizer low in nitrogen but rich in phosphorus and potassium will promote flowering.
Pests and diseases
Watch for spider mites and aphids in dry conditions. Misting the foliage can help prevent infestations. In case of excess moisture, root rot may occur.
Did you know?
Glycine clandestina, also called Hardenbergia wisteria, originates from Australia's coastal forests. Its name 'clandestina' refers to its small, discreet flowers yet surprisingly elegant. In Australia, this vine is prized for quickly covering pergolas and walls, offering generous and colorful spring flowering.
Where to buy it
Best planted in autumn so the roots settle in before summer, or in early spring once the frost has passed. Pick a plant with healthy foliage and roots that are not exposed. Best time: March, October, November.
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