Index : Hedging, Trees, Shrubs & Conifers : Hedging, Trees, Shrubs & Conifers A-B : BUCKTHORN, COMMON OR PURGING Rhamnus cathartica Suitable for any normal soil and position and  Ultimate Height 15ft (4.6m) Exposed/Windy     Damp Shade Av. Growth/Year* 1ft (30cm) Dry Shade Wet Sites Native Coastal Areas Evergreen Chalky Soil   Av. Growth/Year* = Average growth per year in first 10-20 years, click here for more details. Warning: Some parts of this plant may cause a skin irritation and are poisonous.

Enlarge picture Mature fruits in a native hedgerow

A large, dense, native deciduous shrub or small tree with spiny branches, which are attractive in autumn when laden with masses of shining red fruits that mature to black. The yellowish-green flowers borne in May attract Brimstone butterflies. Its glossy dark green leaves turn yellow in autumn. Tolerant of chalky soil. SHRUB 15ft x 12ft (4.6m x 3.7m).

Price per plant for   1+ 5+ 50+ 250+  Tr  2-3ft 60-90cm £1.19 £1.05 £0.96 £0.82 Tr = Transplanted, click here for more details.   We can only sell bare-rooted/transplanted plants when they are dormant. Depending on the weather this is normally between November and March. We only charge for goods paid by credit/debit cards when they are despatched.