Celastrus scandens / American Bittersweet

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Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Medium to dry
Growth: up to 25 ft long
Bloom: White from May-June
Spread:
Faunal interaction:

Additional info: This native vine which can be found in many woodlands and thickets is known in the landscape by its red berries which can be seen in the fall and winter. This vine is a dioecious plant meaning it needs male and female plants to produce berries. Typically 1 male plant is needed for every 6 female plants. The woody vines of this plant can cause damage or death to small trees or shrubs so it is best to let it grow on arbor or trellis in the landscape. If pruning is required do this in either late winter or early spring.

Size:

Type:
Native Habitat:
Light: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Medium to dry
Growth: up to 25 ft long
Bloom: White from May-June
Spread:
Faunal interaction:

Additional info: This native vine which can be found in many woodlands and thickets is known in the landscape by its red berries which can be seen in the fall and winter. This vine is a dioecious plant meaning it needs male and female plants to produce berries. Typically 1 male plant is needed for every 6 female plants. The woody vines of this plant can cause damage or death to small trees or shrubs so it is best to let it grow on arbor or trellis in the landscape. If pruning is required do this in either late winter or early spring.