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Rhamnus cathartica - Purging Buckthorn
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Purging buckthorn (Paide bréan)
A bushy, deciduous shrub that is native to Ireland, parts of Europe and much of Asia. Rhamnus cathartica has bright green glossy foliage and bears tiny green-white flowers which are very attractive to bees; the flowers are followed by shiny red berries that eventually turn black in the Autumn. It has a suckering nature - often mistaken for dogwood. Purging buckthorn is also good for birds and insects and is the main food for the Brimstone butterfly.
Site: Requires shelter from coastal windsSoil: Any well-drained soil, thrives on lime Position: Full sun to part shadeSeason of Interest: Autumn berries and yellow Autumn colourHardiness: Frost-hardyHeight: up to 15ft (4m) Spread: up to 15ft (4m)
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Bareroot | 2-3ft€4.00
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Pot | 7.5L€4.00
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