Rhamnus frangula
Glossy Buckthorn
Flower Colors
Description
A large, bushy deciduous shrub to 5m tall, with glossy rounded to ovate dark green leaves which turn yellow or red in autumn, and clusters of small greenish flowers in late spring and early summer, followed by bright red berries which ripen to black
Mature Height
8m
Mature Spread
4m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Deciduous
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 1.1 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H9
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 2-7
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeCottage and informal gardenWildflower meadowWildlife gardensHedging and screens
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H: 40cm1807U | H: 40cm | €7.96 |
| H: 20cm1807J | H: 20cm | €4.82 |
| H: 20cm1807JX | H: 20cm | €2.70 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.