American Bittersweet
Celastrus Scandens
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun to partial shade
- Hardiness zone
- 3-8
- Min. Temperature
- −40°F (−40°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Plant traits
Mature height15-20 ft
Mature spread10-20 ft
Plant typePerennials
Bloom seasonSpring, Summer
Foliage typeDeciduous
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeToxic
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees, Butterflies
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