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Blue Virginsbower Clematis vs American Bittersweet

Celastrus scandens

Clematis occidentalis

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American Bittersweet
Blue Virginsbower Clematis

American Bittersweet is a deciduous, woody, perennial vine with striking orange to yellow berries that persist into winter. Indigenous to North America, this vine has become so rare it is now considered a protected species.

Excellent for naturalization projects, American Bittersweet attracts birds and other wildlife. Please keep in mind that the plant is toxic to humans and should not be ingested. To ensure the attractive berries are produced, cross-pollination between a male and female plant must occur.

Blue Virginsbower Clematis is a species of flowering plant from the buttercup family. This plant is native to North America and is commonly used in gardens and landscaping. This plant varies in appearance but generally produces vines and climbs surfaces. Blue Virginsbower Clematis produces deep purple-blue flowers and green leaves that are divide into three thick leaflets.

American Bittersweet Quick Facts

Blue Virginsbower Clematis Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 6 m (20 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade
Moisture: normal
Moisture: normal, wet
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: fast
Life span: medium
Life span: medium
Suckering: medium
Suckering: none

Toxicity: All parts of plant are toxic to humans

Toxicity: skin irritant
Flowers: small white clusters
Flowers: deep purple-blue
Berries: red-orange, toxic to mammals
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no


Other Names: western blue virginsbower