Photo by Forestfarm
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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
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
By: Forestfarm
The male form needed for best pollination.
By: Greer Gardens Inc.
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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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