Fern leaved buckthorn

An interesting bushy, deciduous, slow-growing shrub with delicate finely textured leavesthat turn golden yellow in Autumn. Also known as Rhamnus frangula Asplenifolia, this plant bears clusters of green flowers followed in Autumn by small red fruit that ripens to black. Grow in a shrub border or as hedging. It provides beautiful texture even in a smaller garden. Flowers are very attractive to bees.

Site:Requires shelter from coastal winds
Soil:Any well-drained soil, tolerates wet soil
Position:Best in full sun, or partial shade
Season of Interest:Spring flowers,Autumn colour
Hardiness:Frost-hardy
Height: 15ft (4m) Spread:15ft (4m)