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Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules'

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(Oriental Bittersweet) An unusual deciduous climbing plant, Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' has bright green summer leaves which turn lovely shades of yellow in autumn before falling.

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An unusual deciduous climbing plant, Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' has bright green summer leaves which turn lovely shades of yellow in autumn before falling. This is a male selection and although this will not fruit itself, it will pollinate nearby female Celastrus such as Celastrus orbiculatus 'Diana'.

A vigorous climber once established, this is best in a position with full sun and plenty of space.


  • Position: Full sun or partial shade.
  • Soil: Any fertile soil.
  • Hardiness: Hardy.
  • Flowering Period: July to August
  • Flower Colour: Green
  • Rate of Growth: Vigorous.
  • Habit: Celastrus orbiculatus 'Hercules' grows to be a large climbing plant .
    • Height: up to 10 m (32 ft)
    • Spread: up to 8 m (26 ft) if allowed to climb over other nearby trees
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How Much Sun
Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size
Climber - Large
Growing Conditions
Soil: Not Fussy, Soil: Dry/Sandy, Site: Windy, Soil: Damp/Wet, Site: Coastal Areas, Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Acid
Special Features
Autumn Colour