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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:

Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.

Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.