Scientific Name
Rhamnus caroliniana

Common Name
Carolina buckthorn
Hardiness Zones: 5-9
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; moist well drained soil
Texture: Rounded
Form: Medium
Height: 15 to 30'
Width: 12 to 20'
Leaf: 2 to 6" alternate, simple, dark green leaves; yellowish fall color
Flower/Fruit: .3" fruit that changes from red to black
Comments: Native
Cultivars: --
 

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