2. Clematis 'For flowering native alternatives to invasive wisteria, there are a handful of native clematis vines to try,' says plant expert Katie Sunderlage.

Japanese wisteria (Wisteria floribunda) will twine along supports for up to 25 feet. Both of these plants were introduced to the U.S. in the 1800s to decorate homes and parks.

Invasive plant species harm native ecosystems, unlike fast-growing or non-native plants. Chinese Wisteria and Thorny Olive are examples of invasive species that outcompete native plants.

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