American bittersweet
Celastrus scandens
A hardy native climbing vine that produces beautiful orange berries attractive to wildlife in fall and winter. Extremely low maintenance once established, tolerating poor soils and requiring minimal watering. Excellent for natural landscapes and bird gardens in USDA zones 3-8.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Fast
Mature Height
120″ – 240″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
60″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately, Allowing Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 7.5
Temperature
-10° – 90°F
Mature Spread
up to 120″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Oct 12, 2022 by Reno Reno (cc-by-sa)
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