We recently received some beautiful dried bittersweet from my aunt and uncle who annually harvest and share it. It will be used for a specific project (soon to be revealed), but I decided it would be a wonderful touch of color for a quick fall tablescape in the meantime. I think that coupled with my faux pumpkins and gourds on a treenware platter make a gourd-eous centerpiece!
I find the orange and red combination of bittersweet to be so striking and a perfect seasonal touch. If you are fortunate enough to find any of this vining perennial, though, keep in mind that this plant is a part of the nightshade family and that many sources list its consumption as toxic to humans and pets. To err on the side of caution, it is best to avoid using it in applications where it could be reached by children or animals or where the dried berries could fall to the floor.
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