Black Dragon Japanese Wisteria (Wisteria floribunda ‘Black Dragon’)

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Double Purple Japanese Wisteria

Wisteria floribunda 'Black Dragon', 'Violacea Plena'

A rare Japanese wisteria prized for its dramatic double purple blooms, long cascading flower clusters, and exceptional spring fragrance.

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Description

Black Dragon Japanese Wisteria is a highly sought-after ornamental vine known for its richly colored, double-layered blooms and elegant cascading flower clusters. Unlike standard wisteria varieties, this cultivar produces dense, multi-petaled flowers that create a bold, almost velvety appearance in spring.

Perfect for pergolas, trellises, and arbors, Wisteria floribunda ‘Black Dragon’ brings timeless structure and seasonal drama to gardens inspired by Japanese, Mediterranean, or classic estate landscapes.

Why gardeners choose Black Dragon Wisteria:

Rare double-flowered Japanese wisteria selection
Deep purple blooms with a dramatic, almost black tone
Long, pendulous flower clusters that create striking vertical interest
Fragrant spring flowers that attract pollinators
Excellent choice for architectural garden features and shaded walkways

Once established, this wisteria becomes a long-lived focal point, rewarding patience with spectacular annual blooms.

Quick Facts

Features:Foliage: Pinnately compound leaves with narrow, oval, pointed leaflets that are bright green, turning yellow in fall.Flowers: Long, hanging clusters of double, pea-like, deep violet-purple flowers. The double form creates a particularly lush and showy display in late spring.Fruit: Produces velvety, bean-like seed pods (often sparsely on double-flowered cultivars).Habit: A vigorous, deciduous, woody climbing vine that twines clockwise. It requires strong support.
Mature Height: 25 ft.
Mature Width: 10-20 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Light Needs: Full sun
Key Advantages:Spectacular, long, double-flowered racemes.Fragrant spring blooms.Fast-growing for quick coverage.Classic vine for arbors and pergolas
Landscape Uses:Covering arbors, pergolas, and trellises.Training against walls and fences.Creating shaded garden entrances

Faqs

Q: How is Black Dragon different from common wisteria?
A: ‘Black Dragon’ is valued for its double flowers and deeper color, offering a richer and more ornamental look than standard single-flowered varieties.

Q: Does it bloom every year?
A: Yes. Once mature and properly sited, it reliably blooms each spring.

Q: Is it suitable for pergolas and arbors?
A: Absolutely. This variety is ideal for strong structures that allow its cascading flower clusters to fully display.

Q: How long does it take to flower after planting?
A: Grafted or well-established plants may flower within 2–3 years, depending on care and growing conditions.

Q: Can it grow well in California?
A: Yes. It performs especially well in coastal and inland California climates with full sun and proper pruning.

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San Francisco Bay Area is our primary local delivery market. Victory Nursery also serves additional California markets and selected extended delivery areas by arrangement.

Regular local delivery: San Francisco, Peninsula, South Bay, East Bay, Marin, Tracy / Mountain House and surrounding service areas.

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