Scientific Name
Rhamnus cathartica

Common Name
Common buckthorn

Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate to rapid
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types; tolerates drought and air pollution
Texture: Large shrub to low branched small tree; rounded; crocked stems
Form: Medium
Height: 18 to 25'
Width: 15 to 20'
Leaf: 1.5 to 3" opposite simple, dark green leaves; modest yellowish green fall color
Flower/Fruit: .2" glossy black fruit in fall
Comments: Easy to transplant; fruit attracts birds
Cultivars: --
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