Celastrus scandens
American Bittersweet
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.
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
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.