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Celastrus scandens

American Bittersweet

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

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

 

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

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).