Call us: 0800 843 752Free shipping for orders $150 or over
Gift Vouchers

dark wisteria color

Searching for information or inspiration around the elusive dark wisteria color? You’re in the right place. Whether you’re a keen gardener or simply love the dramatic beauty of deep-toned flowers, the dark wisteria color stands out for its bold charm and romantic appeal. This unique shade, often described as a rich indigo or dusky violet, evokes an atmosphere of mystery and elegance in any New Zealand garden. Read on to discover which wisteria varieties showcase these coveted dark hues and how to use these show-stopping plants in your landscape.

Stunning Wisteria 'Black Dragon' purple and pink flowers.

Wisteria 'Black Dragon'

5 from 1 customers

Wisteria ‘Black Dragon’ is a spectacular flowering climber renowned for its double deep violet purple flowers that hang in dramatic cascading clusters during spring. This highly ornamental variety creates an unforgettable display and is considered one of the most striking wisterias available.

From $26.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 3.00 m
Spread: 3.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
Wisteria 'Geisha' elegant, blue and white flowers.

Wisteria 'Geisha'

5 from 2 customers

Wisteria ‘Geisha’ is a beautiful flowering climber known for its elegant pale lilac to soft violet flower clusters that appear in spring. The lightly scented blooms hang in graceful cascades, creating a refined and romantic display in NZ gardens.

From $39.95

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Climbers
Height: 10.00 m
Spread: 10.00 m
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Hardy
Garden uses: Arches, Living areas
Garden styles: Backyard, Frontyard, Japanese
A fantastic Wisteria 'Snow Showers' display of white flowers on a trellis.
Wisteria 'Snow Showers'

Wisteria 'Snow Showers' is a breathtaking deciduous climber that produces long, cascading racemes of pure white, fragrant flowers in spring. Also...

From$29.95
Elegant Wisteria 'Caroline' light purple flowers.
Wisteria 'Caroline'

Wisteria ‘Caroline’ is an elegant flowering climber valued for its long cascading racemes of soft lilac to pale purple flowers that appear in spring...

From$29.95
Wisteria 'Blue Sapphire' cluster of colourful blue flowers.
Wisteria 'Blue Sapphire'

Wisteria ‘Blue Sapphire’ is a stunning flowering climber prized for its long elegant racemes of rich blue violet flowers that appear in spring. This...

From$29.95
Very elegant Wisteria 'Lavender Lace' blue flowers.
Wisteria 'Lavender Lace'

Wisteria ‘Lavender Lace’ is a graceful flowering climber admired for its long cascading racemes of soft lavender flowers that appear in spring. The...

From$29.95
A large Phormium 'Dark Delight' plant with elegant, purple foliage.
Phormium 'Dark Delight'

Phormium 'Dark Delight', also known as Dark Purple Flax, is a bold New Zealand native flax prized for its broad, upright leaves in deep purple to...

From$17.95
echeveria-dark-prince-1
Echeveria Dark Prince

Echeveria Dark Prince is a succulent grown for its impressive colourings. It grows as a short and stout rosette of thick, dark brown-black leaves...

From$14.95
mangave-pineapple-express--1
Mangave Pineapple Express (Mangave)

Mangave Pineapple Express is an impressive succulent that features a rosette of thick, dark green-grey leaves. They are leathery and radiate outwards...

From$26.15
alpinia-pink-perfection-4
Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection

Alpinia henryi Pink Perfection is an herbaceous perennial grown for both its foliage and pretty flowers. It features glossy, dark green foliage which...

From$35.81
Stromanthe triostar plant.
Stromanthe Triostar (Stromanthe Plant)

Stromanthe Triostar is a popular indoor plant owing to its lush and colourful foliage. It features elegant, dark green, pink, and cream-coloured...

From$33.05
camellia-japonica-midnight-1
Camellia 'Midnight'

Camellia 'Midnight' is a dramatic evergreen shrub admired for its rich deep red blooms and glossy dark green foliage. This striking camellia flowers...

From$34.95
Wisteria Amethyst Falls beautiful purple flower.
Wisteria 'Amethyst Falls'

Wisteria ‘Amethyst Falls’ is a compact and free flowering wisteria valued for its cascading clusters of soft lavender purple flowers in spring and...

OUT OF STOCK
Wisteria sinensis vine with masses of exquisite blue flowers.
Wisteria sinensis

Wisteria sinensis (Chinese Wisteria) is a classic and highly ornamental flowering climber prized for its long cascading racemes of fragrant violet...

OUT OF STOCK
Helleborus 'Dark And Handsome' dark coloured flowers.
Helleborus 'Dark and Handsome'

Helleborus 'Dark and Handsome' is a striking evergreen perennial admired for its dramatic dark flowers and glossy deep green foliage. Flowering...

OUT OF STOCK
Stunning Wisteria 'Lipstick' two-tone pink flowers.
Wisteria 'Lipstick'

Wisteria ‘Lipstick’ is a distinctive flowering climber valued for its rich rose pink to reddish pink flower clusters that appear in spring. This...

OUT OF STOCK
leptospermum-dark-night-
Leptospermum 'Dark Night'

Leptospermum 'Dark Night' is a striking evergreen shrub admired for its dark foliage and masses of colourful flowers. This attractive tea tree...

OUT OF STOCK
Wisteria 'Harlequin' plants with masses of purple flowers growing on a trellis bordering a path.
Wisteria 'Harlequin'

Wisteria 'Harlequin' is a striking deciduous climber admired for its attractive variegated green and cream foliage and fragrant cascading clusters of...

OUT OF STOCK
Very elegant Wisteria 'Pink Ice' flowers.
Wisteria 'Pink Ice'

Wisteria ‘Pink Ice’ is a graceful flowering climber admired for its soft blush pink to pale rose flower clusters that appear in spring. The lightly...

OUT OF STOCK
wisteria-floribunda-alba-
Wisteria floribunda 'Alba'

Wisteria floribunda 'Alba' is an elegant deciduous climber celebrated for its spectacular cascading racemes of fragrant pure white flowers in spring...

OUT OF STOCK
agonis-after-dark-1
Agonis flexuosa 'After Dark'

Agonis flexuosa 'After Dark' (Peppermint Tree) is a stunning evergreen tree renowned for its dramatic deep burgundy foliage that provides year round...

OUT OF STOCK
Ceanothus 'Dark Star' shrub with blue flowers and lush green foliage.
Ceanothus 'Dark Star'

Ceanothus 'Dark Star' is a popular variety due to its intense flowering and lovely form. It becomes smothered in pretty, blue flowers in spring. The...

OUT OF STOCK
Bergenia 'Dark Damsel' plant with bright pink flowers.
Bergenia 'Dark Damsel'

Bergenia 'Dark Damsel' is a striking evergreen perennial prized for its rich dark foliage tones and vibrant pink flowers. This attractive variety...

OUT OF STOCK
Bergenia 'Eden's Dark Margin' plant with pink flowers.
Bergenia 'Eden's Dark Margin'

Bergenia 'Eden’s Dark Margin' is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its large glossy leaves edged with dark margins and its attractive...

OUT OF STOCK
wisteria-white-silk-1
Wisteria 'White Silk'

Wisteria 'White Silk' is a beautiful deciduous climbing plant admired for its long cascading clusters of fragrant pure white flowers that appear in...

OUT OF STOCK
caryopteris-dark-knight-5
Caryopteris Dark Knight

Caryopteris 'Dark Knight' is a compact deciduous shrub admired for its rich blue flowers and aromatic grey green foliage. Flowering from late summer...

OUT OF STOCK
Wisteria Tiverton blue and white flowers.
Wisteria 'Tiverton'

Wisteria 'Tiverton' is a vigorous deciduous climber admired for its spectacular cascading clusters of fragrant mauve violet flowers that appear in...

OUT OF STOCK
Wisteria sinensis Blue flowers.
Wisteria sinensis 'Blue'

Wisteria sinensis 'Blue' is a spectacular deciduous climber prized for its cascading clusters of fragrant blue violet flowers that appear in spring...

OUT OF STOCK
helleborus-dark-hybrid-1
Helleborus 'Dark Hybrid'

Helleborus 'Dark Hybrid' is a stunning winter flowering perennial valued for its deep coloured blooms and attractive evergreen foliage. The nodding...

OUT OF STOCK
camellia-japonica-dark-of-the-moon-
Camellia 'Dark of the Moon'

Camellia 'Dark of the Moon' is a striking evergreen shrub celebrated for its deep red, almost black buds that open to rich crimson blooms from late...

OUT OF STOCK
pseudopanax-dark-star-2
Pseudopanax Dark Star

Pseudopanax 'Dark Star' is a striking evergreen shrub valued for its dark, narrow foliage and strong architectural form. The deeply coloured leaves...

OUT OF STOCK
Tulbaghia 'Dark Star' plants with pink flowers in a modern garden with grasses.
Tulbaghia 'Dark Star' (Society Garlic)

Tulbaghia 'Dark Star' is a striking evergreen perennial valued for its deep purple star shaped flowers and slender grey green foliage. This modern...

OUT OF STOCK
Wisteria 'Black Dragon'

Did you find what you are looking for?

You might be interested in exploring related Latin Names - Alpinia, Echeveria, and Mangave, or related Categories - Deciduous Climbers, Flaxes, and Perennials.

Search dark wisteria color

What is the Dark Wisteria Color?

The dark wisteria color is a deep, saturated purple found in select wisteria cultivars. Unlike traditional pale lavender wisterias, these varieties offer a much more intense shade, verging on violet, plum, or even blackish tones in different lighting. The effect is especially striking when cascades of these blossoms drape over pergolas or archways, creating theatrical swathes of rich color that catch the eye and provide a memorable focal point throughout late spring and early summer.

Wisteria Varieties Featuring Dark Wisteria Color

If you’re seeking the dark wisteria color for your garden, consider planting these standout varieties:

For those who prefer a contrast, Wisteria Snow Showers offers snowy-white blooms that pair beautifully with deeper wisteria shades, enhancing the drama of your plant displays.

How to Use Dark Wisteria Color in Your Garden

The dark wisteria color works beautifully as a focal point in garden design. Use it to:

Caring for Dark Wisteria Varieties

All wisterias thrive in sunny spots with well-drained soil. Prune after flowering to encourage new growth and maintain desirable shapes. Regular feeding helps boost blooming—especially important for cultivars with dramatic dark wisteria color, as healthy vines will offer the most intense shades. With the right care, wisteria rewards you year after year with breathtaking, cascading displays.

Explore our selection from vibrant [Wisteria Geisha] to the moody [Wisteria Black Dragon], and transform your garden with the magic of dark wisteria color today.

Contact us

Whether you need assistance finding the plant you’re looking for or you simply want to know more about who we are and what we do, we invite you to get in touch with us today. A member of The Plant Company team will get back in touch as soon as possible.

Illustration of plant leaves.
Griselinia 'Broadway Mint' and Rosmarinus prostratus (Creeping Rosemary) are popular for a reason, but it’s plants like Acer palmatum dissectum 'Tamukeyama', Daphniphyllum macropodum, and Pyrethropsis hosmariensis that create a truly unique garden.
–The Plant Company

Explore Garden Inspiration

Sign up to receive a free $10 Voucher You won’t be bombarded with emails, just titbits of quality information from time to time Sign up
Free shipping on orders over $150!

Join our community of happy customers.

4.8

463 Google reviews