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Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules'

Also Known As

  • Oriental Bittersweet

Plant type

shrub, vine

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 6'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' plant details

Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or vine with chartreuse and green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules'

Plant type: shrub or vine
Plant family: celastraceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and green
Mature size: 6 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Finally! a Hercules for the beautiful Diana, a male to ensure all those showy berries; a tough vine tolerating dry alkaline soils. S/M
The male form needed for best pollination.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' plant

How to Grow Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • chartreuse
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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