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Celastrus scandens

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Most photos by Ann Grandy and Sally J.A.Finzel, unless otherwise noted to the left. Please ask for permission before using images.

Soil: Mesic(Medium) to Xeric(Dry)
Sun: Full to Part
Height: Up to 50'
Color: Green
Bloom: May-June
Flowers: The 1/6" flowers have 4-5 petals and grow in terminal clusters.
Leaves: The ovate, pointed, serrated leaves are 2"-4" long.

Suggested Uses:

This is a vining plant that can get up to 50' in length. It can be grown on a sturdy trellis or arbor. It has showy, bright orange and red fruits that can be dried on the vine and used in dried flower arrangements. It is an excellent plant for making wreathes and garlands!

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More Information: Need both male and female plants to set fruit!

USDA Plants Database profile page

Option	Price	Quantity
3 1/2-inch pots	$4.95
6-pack	$6.95
5 3/4-inch pots	$8.95

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