Propagating Wisteria: Green Cuttings, Seeds, and Suckers

Wisteria (both W. sinensis and W. floribunda cultivars) can be propagated by:

• Greenwood cuttings in late spring/early summer: 6-inch cuttings with top leaves only, rooting hormone, soilless mix, high humidity. Roots in 4–6 weeks.
• Seeds: Soak 24 hours, sow at 70°F; germinate in 2–30 days. Seedlings may take years to bloom and won’t match the parent cultivar.
• Suckers: Dig up rooted shoots emerging near the base; sever from mother plant and transplant.

Hardwood cuttings often fail; greenwood is far more reliable.