Celastrus scandens

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American Bittersweet

 
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This deciduous vine is 20' x 20' and grows 12-18" annually. It produces orange and red fruit that can only be grown with a male and female vine.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Vine

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Light Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Orange

 

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full, Half, Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Fast

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Seascape, Woodland

 

Accenting Features

n/a

 

Seasonal Interest

Fall

 

Location Uses

Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.