Plants. Lime makes soils less acidic and more alkaline. Most plants grow best in slightly acidic soil. By adding lime to the soil, you can kill a variety of pest plants. Fewer nutrients become available to the unwanted plants as the soil becomes less acidic.
Select a well-draining site in full sun for your wisteria. These plants require at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. They prefer moist locations that don't dry out excessively, but won't tolerate wet feet. Multiple plants will need at least 10 to 15 feet of space between them.
Keep wisteria from growing on your home -- it can tear off shingles. The gnarled branches and heavy, hanging flowers of the wisteria make this vine ideal for a nostalgic gardener.Wisteria grows phenomenally, up to 12 feet in one growing season, and it does not take long to train it up an arbor or a pergola.eep wisteria from growing on your home -- it can tear off shingles. The gnarled branches and heavy, hanging flowers of the wisteria make this vine ideal for a nostalgic gardener.