Celastrus scandens/American Bittersweet – 30 Seeds | Native Woody Vine | Fall Berries | Wildlife Favorite
$9.99
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Add classic native beauty to your landscape with American Bittersweet (Celastrus scandens), a vigorous North American native vine prized for its bright orange seed capsules and red berries that persist into winter. This species is an excellent choice for wildlife gardens, fences, trellises, and naturalized areas.
⚠️ Important Note:
This is American Bittersweet (Celastrus scandens), not invasive Oriental Bittersweet (Celastrus orbiculatus). Planting native bittersweet helps support wildlife without ecological harm.
Berries form in fall and are highly valued by birds and wildlife, while the vine also provides cover and nesting habitat.
You will receive:
✔️ 30 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, non-GMO
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful planting
⚠️ Male and female plants are required for berry production.
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: American Bittersweet
Botanical Name: Celastrus scandens
Plant Type: Perennial woody vine
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Medium moisture, well-drained
Height: 15–25+ feet
Bloom Time: Late spring (berries form in fall)
Cold Stratification: Required
Ideal for native plant gardens, wildlife habitats, restoration projects, and vertical garden features.
Celastrus scandens/American Bittersweet – 30 Seeds | Native Woody Vine | Fall Berries | Wildlife Favorite
$9.99