Celastrus scandens 'Autumn Revolution™' (Bailumn)

Also called American Bittersweeet, Climbing Bittersweet

Insignificant small yellowish flowers
Spherical berries are green when young and ripen to yellow in the fall
More berries and larger berries than the species
Berries split open to reveal a red seed surrounded by an orange skin
Glossy elliptic deep green leaves, 10 cm long, turn a vibrant yellow in the fall
Self-pollinating twining vine
Berries are widely used in the floral industry
Salt and drought tolerant
Bloom Time: June to July

ZONE:
3

COLOUR:
Yellow

HEIGHT:
4-7 m

SPREAD:
1-2 m

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:

'Bailumn' grows best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun. Pruning to maintain shape can be done at any time. This plant needs a sturdy support or fence to climb. Mature plants are known to girdle large trees.

Characteristics & Attributes

SOIL MOISTURE:
Average to Dry Soils
Well-drained

ATTRIBUTES:
Deciduous
Berries

FLOWERING TIME:
Lt. Spr-Sum

HABIT:
Climbing

FOLIAGE COLOR:
Green (dark)

LANDSCAPE USES:
Screening (privacy)