As a fragrant woody vine from the pea family, wisteria has iconic purple flowers that are breathtaking. But it can take a significant amount of time before it reaches this state.
Its first bloom usually occurs within 3-5 years after planting and can sometimes reach 15 years. Hence, the popular option is propagating the plant through grafting or air layering.
1. Select A Healthy Branch
2. Trim Leaves Off The Branch
3. Remove The Bark
4. Add Rooting Powder
5. Cover The Wound With Sphagnum Moss
6. Wrap The Moss With Plastic Wrap
7. Cover With Black Plastic Or Aluminum Foil
8. Leave To Root For 6 to 10 Weeks
9. Unwrap Once The Roots Are Visible Through The Plastic
10. Remove The New Plant From The Parent Wisteria
You’ll want your parent plant, or in this case, the mature wisteria, to be actively growing when starting the air layering process. We recommend that you begin the procedure during your wisteria’s blooming period, such as spring or summer, to ensure you get favorable results.
There are native and non-native species of wisteria. In the USA, it’s best to consider using native wisteria as your parent plant for better results.