• Bittersweet Nightshade plant with purple star-shaped flowers, yellow centers, green foliage, and bright red berries growing along climbing stems.
  • Bittersweet Nightshade plant with purple star-shaped flowers, yellow centers, green foliage, and bright red berries growing along climbing stems.
  • Bittersweet Nightshade plant with purple star-shaped flowers, yellow centers, green foliage, and bright red berries growing along climbing stems.
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Eden Valley Seeds

Bittersweet Nightshade Seeds – Solanum dulcamara Ornamental Herb

Bittersweet Nightshade Seeds – Solanum dulcamara Ornamental Herb

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Key Features

  • Plant Variety: Bittersweet Nightshade, a climbing or scrambling perennial in the nightshade family.

  • Flower Colors: Small, star-shaped purple flowers with prominent yellow centers.

  • Plant Characteristics: Woody stems, oval leaves, and bright red berries when mature.

  • Garden Uses: Suitable for naturalized landscapes and wildlife gardens where its growth can be safely managed.

  • Unique Features: Produces distinctive flowers and colorful berries that add seasonal interest to suitable outdoor spaces.

Growing Benefits

  • Garden Interest: Adds unusual flowers and colorful berries to naturalized landscapes.

  • Wildlife Value: Flowers can provide resources for visiting insects.

  • Natural Appearance: Complements informal gardens and woodland edges.

  • Botanical Interest: Offers an opportunity to observe a distinctive member of the nightshade family.

  • Seasonal Character: Develops changing flowers and berries as the plant matures.

Important safety information: Bittersweet Nightshade is poisonous. All parts of the plant, especially its berries, can be harmful if eaten. It is not recommended for medicinal use or gardens accessible to children or pets. Do not consume or prepare remedies from this plant. 

Seed Specifications

  • Common Name: Bittersweet Nightshade, Woody Nightshade

  • Botanical Name: Solanum dulcamara

  • Plant Type: Perennial climbing or scrambling herbaceous plant with woody stems

  • Colors: Purple flowers with yellow centers, green foliage, and red mature berries

  • Height: Stems can grow several feet long and climb or trail over nearby vegetation

Growing Tips

  • Grow in a contained area where the plant cannot spread into nearby gardens.

  • Use a sturdy support if you want to encourage climbing growth.

  • Keep the soil consistently moist, particularly during dry weather.

  • Wear gardening gloves when handling the plant, and wash your hands afterward.

Seed Storage

  • Store seeds in a cool, dry, dark location.

  • Keep them in a sealed container protected from moisture.

  • Label the container with the plant name and storage date.

  • Keep seeds securely away from children and pets.

Unique Facts About Bittersweet Nightshade Seeds

  • Nightshade Family: Bittersweet Nightshade belongs to the Solanaceae family, which also includes tomatoes and potatoes.

  • Colorful Berries: Its flowers develop into green berries that turn bright red as they mature.

  • Climbing Growth: The plant uses nearby vegetation and structures for support as its stems grow.

  • Natural Dormancy: Seeds may require a period of cold, moist conditions before germination.

Growing Instructions

Planting Season

Sow seeds in autumn or prepare them for spring sowing after a period of cold stratification. Choose a contained growing area away from children, pets, and edible crops.

Sowing Preparation

Use a clean seed tray or small pot filled with moist, well-draining seed-starting mix. Prepare the growing medium before sowing.

Sowing Depth and Spacing

Sow seeds approximately one-quarter inch deep and cover lightly with soil. Space seedlings sufficiently apart to allow healthy development before transplanting.

Sunlight Requirements

Bittersweet Nightshade grows in full sun to partial shade. A location with some afternoon shade can help maintain soil moisture in warmer climates.

Soil Requirements

Choose moist, fertile soil with good drainage. The plant can tolerate a range of soil conditions but generally grows well in moisture-retentive ground.

Watering

Water gently after sowing and maintain consistent moisture during germination. Once established, water during dry periods and avoid prolonged waterlogging.

Germination

Seeds may germinate irregularly and can take several weeks or longer. Cold, moist stratification can help overcome dormancy. Maintain suitable moisture and avoid discarding seed trays prematurely.

Transplanting

Transplant seedlings carefully once they are strong enough to handle. Choose a permanent location where the plant can be contained and its poisonous berries will not be accessible to children or pets.

Fertilizing

Mix compost into the soil before planting if needed. Established plants generally require little additional fertilizer in suitable soil.

Plant Care

Provide support for climbing stems and remove unwanted growth before it spreads. Wear gloves when pruning and dispose of plant material securely.

Flowering and Maturity

Small purple flowers with yellow centers typically appear during the growing season. Red berries develop after flowering and may persist into cooler weather. Flowering and fruiting times depend on local climate and growing conditions.