{"product_id":"kuchi-beni-japanese-wisteria-wisteria-floribunda-kuchi-beni","title":"Kuchi Beni Japanese Wisteria - Wisteria floribunda 'Kuchi Beni'","description":"\u003cp\u003eKuchi Beni Japanese Wisteria (\u003cem\u003eWisteria floribunda\u003c\/em\u003e 'Kuchi Beni') is a deciduous climber to about 8m with long racemes of pale blush-pink to white flowers tipped with mauve-pink. The name means 'red lips', which is an apt description of the delicate coloured edges that give the clusters a soft, two-tone look in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoft two-tone flowers.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pale blush-pink to white blooms with mauve-pink tips look more delicate than the usual violet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLong racemes.\u003c\/strong\u003e The clusters hang well down, so the display reads clearly from a distance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFragrant.\u003c\/strong\u003e It carries the sweet spring scent that Japanese wisteria is known for.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost hardy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold winters suit it and support flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool summer shade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Finely divided leaves create dappled shade over a pergola.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoft colour schemes.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits cottage and pastel gardens beside roses and white-flowering shrubs. Plant 4m apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePergolas and arbours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide sturdy posts and plenty of height for the long racemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourtyard walls.\u003c\/strong\u003e Train it along wires and keep stems away from gutters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Kuchi Beni in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun in a sheltered spot. It is best in cool temperate and warm temperate gardens. In humid subtropical areas it grows but flowers less, and it is not suited to the tropics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained soil. Go easy on nitrogen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply in its first two summers and in dry spells later. Apply potash after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut long summer shoots to 5 or 6 buds after flowering, then back to 2 or 3 buds in winter. Be patient with young plants as they may take a few seasons to flower. All parts of wisteria are toxic if eaten, especially the seeds and pods, so it is not a plant for gardens where children or pets chew what they find.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Kuchi Beni in 200mm pots in packs of 6, 300mm pots and 400mm pots, the larger sizes being advanced stock with established stems. Plan on a few seasons of training for a full show. Our growers do not hold every size all year, so a size can show as on backorder at times. An order for a backorder size is confirmed with you before anything ships.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/wisteria-a-gorgeous-native-climber-for-your-garden\"\u003eWisteria care and the native alternative\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/climbers\"\u003eBrowse climbers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eFragrant plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat colour are the flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePale blush-pink to white, tipped with mauve-pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow big does it grow?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 8m with a strong support, and it can be kept smaller by regular pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it toxic?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The seeds and pods are toxic if eaten, so keep it away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":68095114772799,"sku":"WIS-FLO-KUCBEN-200MM-P6","price":276.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"300mm","offer_id":68095114805567,"sku":"WIS-FLO-KUCBEN-300MM","price":191.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"400mm","offer_id":68095114838335,"sku":"WIS-FLO-KUCBEN-400MM","price":825.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/kuchi-beni-japanese-wisteria-wisteria-floribunda-kuchi-beni.jpg?v=1794663465","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/kuchi-beni-japanese-wisteria-wisteria-floribunda-kuchi-beni","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}