Purging buckthorn (Paide bran)

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Name: Rhamnus cathartica - Purging Buckthorn
SKU: LON303774215753
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A bushy, deciduous shrub that is native to Ireland, parts of Europe and much of Asia. Rhamnus cathartica has bright green glossy foliage and bears tiny green-white flowers which are very attractive to bees; the flowers are followed by shiny red berries that eventually turn black in the Autumn.Ithas a suckering nature – often mistaken for dogwood.Purging buckthorn is also good for birds and insects and is the main food for the Brimstone butterfly.

Site:Requires shelter from coastal winds
Soil:Any well-drained soil,thrives onlime
Position: Full sun to part shade
Season of Interest: Autumn berries and yellow Autumn colour
Hardiness:Frost-hardy
Height:up to 15ft (4m) Spread:up to 15ft (4m)