With cascading lilac flowers and twisting vines, the wisteria plant looks straight out of a period drama and is a quintessentially British staple during spring.
But homeowners will be pleased to know that having this beautiful plant climbing the walls of your property could actually boost the value of your home by up to five per cent.
That's according to one property expert who claims wisterias, which cost around £40, are a cheap way to make your house more attractive to potential buyers.