alder buckthorn
Frangula alnus
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A deciduous shrub with small greenish-white flowers in spring followed by red berries that ripen to black in late summer. Tolerant of wet soils and useful for wildlife habitat and naturalized areas.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
A deciduous shrub with small greenish-white flowers in spring followed by red berries that ripen to black in late summer. Tolerant of wet soils and useful for wildlife habitat and naturalized areas.
Climate Match for your location
See how well alder buckthorn grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
Europe and western Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Shrub
Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation