Celastrus scandens, commonly known as American Bittersweet, is a vigorous deciduous vine producing vibrant orange-red fruit capsules with red seeds in fall and winter.
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Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.
Temperature
Ideal Growing Range
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light Feeding
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering and fruiting.
Moderate
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Adaptable to various soil types, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam. Tolerates clay and sandy soils.
Ideal Growing Range
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24 °C.
Outdoor
Light Feeding
Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Foliage, Fruit, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
6-12 m
Spread
3-6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
Deciduous
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple, alternate
Flower Size
0.5 cm
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Edible
No
