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Rhamnus alaternus

Italian Buckthorn

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer:

 

Description

This large shrub will grow to 25' tall and has small, dark green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Standard

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar water needs together so that some plants aren't over watered to meet the needs of their more thirsty neighbors.

Never include shrub and lawn areas in the same sprinkler zone.