Wisteria ‘Black Dragon’ | Double Purple Japanese Wisteria Vine | Fragrant Climbing Flowering Vine

Create a dramatic, cascading display with Wisteria ‘Black Dragon’, a rare Japanese wisteria prized for its deep purple, double flowers and rich fragrance.

Also known as ‘Yae-kokuryu’, this vigorous climbing vine produces long, trailing clusters of richly colored blooms that bring elegance and vertical beauty to any garden.

Why Gardeners Love ‘Black Dragon’

• Rare double, deep purple blooms (unlike standard wisteria)
• Long, cascading flower clusters (6–18 inches)
• Highly fragrant spring flowers
• Fast-growing climbing vine for vertical impact
• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Wisteria floribunda ‘Black Dragon’ (‘Yae-kokuryu’)
• Type: Deciduous flowering vine
• Height: 20–30 ft (with support)
• Spread: 4–6 ft
• Bloom Time: Spring to early summer
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Zones: 5–9

Perfect For

• Pergolas, arbors & trellises
• Covering fences and walls
• Creating shaded outdoor spaces
• Statement vertical garden features
• Cottage & romantic garden designs

Care Tips

• Plant in full sun for best flowering
• Provide strong support (heavy vine when mature)
• Prune twice yearly to control size and improve blooms
• Keep roots cool with mulch or groundcover
• Allow time to establish—can take a season or two to bloom heavily