Should I cut off all the spotted leaves?

Yes, removing infected leaves helps reduce the amount of fungus present. Just be sure to dispose of them in the trash, not your compost.

Will the spots go away?

The existing spots will not disappear, but new growth should be healthy if you improve air circulation and keep leaves dry.

Chinese Wisteria: spots, causes and fixes

Check these first

Look at the leaves to see if the spots are spreading.
Check if the plant is crowded by other vegetation.
Observe how you water the plant.

Likely causes

Fungal Leaf Spot
Most likely
How to tell: Small brown or black spots appear on the leaves, sometimes with a yellow halo.
What to do: Remove and destroy any infected leaves to stop the spread. Improve air circulation by thinning out crowded branches.
Overhead Watering
Possible
How to tell: The spots appear shortly after you water the plant from above, wetting the leaves.
What to do: Water at the base of the plant instead of spraying the foliage. Keeping the leaves dry prevents fungal spores from germinating.

Leaf spots on other plants

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When to worry

Leaf spot is usually cosmetic and rarely kills the plant. It is only a major concern if the infection causes massive leaf drop.

Stopping it coming back

Water at the soil level and prune the vine to allow air to flow freely through the branches.

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Questions people ask

Should I cut off all the spotted leaves?: Yes, removing infected leaves helps reduce the amount of fungus present. Just be sure to dispose of them in the trash, not your compost.
Will the spots go away?: The existing spots will not disappear, but new growth should be healthy if you improve air circulation and keep leaves dry.

Guides to these causes

Leaf Spot

Why does my Chinese wisteria have spots on its leaves?

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