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Rhamnus alaternus

Italian Buckthorn

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Description

This large shrub will grow to 15' tall and has small, dark green leaves. A great plant for hedging and screening. Has a strong Mediterranean presence. Leaves are large and glossy giving it a sheen. Good in any soil and tolerates wind, heat and drought.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Width Range

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:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.