Bernadette - a little more info? bittersweet can actually be one of three different species. One is endangered, one is a plant pest - and one is a nightshade and quite poisonous. Celastrus scendens, native to eastern and Midwestern North America.... on many states endangered species list. Celastrus orbiculatus, an Asian, imported, invasive cousin Solanum dulcamara another import to North America and a member of the nightshade family

Does anyone grow this? I planted a male (Hercules) and a female (Diane)last spring and they look pretty poor this spring. The female is trying to put out about 4 leaves, but its stuggling. The male looks dead but I would like to hope it might send up shoots. They are labeled zone 2. Just wondering what your experience with them are and any suggestions for where they might do better. They are in well drained soil (I added well composted manure to planting hole) facing west with their back to a fence so they can climb. I would say they are pretty close to full sun. Thanks :')

Hi, I have the same problem with poison ivy. It takes constant vigilance. Any where a bird can sit (and poop) you will get poison ivy plants underneath - they are constantly renewing all season. Since birds eat oriental bittersweet as well, the same seed spreading probably happens. I pull all other weeds by hand, or use a hoe, but I will use Roundup on poison ivy. Fewer seeds can germinate the more MULCH I have, so I try to keep that thick as well.

Hello Gardeners I have for trade choice Bittersweet Male & Female Vines these are producers for crafting and also more importantly the wildlife. These are a You dig as I can't do this part anymore. I am looking for a working Police Scanner and also clothing for a daughter sizes 2 X and 3 X or garden items. Or let me know what you have for trade. Thanks Carol