A favourite variety with short flower clusters (up to 20 cm), but large, decorative individual flowers. Blooms at the same time as the foliage, which means that green colours are also visible during the main flowering period. Flowers later (!) than 'Rosea' in mild regions and earlier in cooler regions. Summer re-flowering is pronounced, but not very strong. There is no foliage colouring in autumn. 'Showa Beni' is more suitable for low wall areas where the magnificent flowers can be admired up close. 'Showa Beni' originates from Japan, has a medium-strong scent and twines round to the left ('clockwise'). Poisonous seeds.
For location, pruning, training, climbing aids, structural damage, etc., see "Asian" wisteria.
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(lat.: Wisteria brachybotrys 'Showa Beni')