Fern leaved buckthorn An interesting bushy, deciduous, slow-growing shrub with delicate finely textured leaves that turn golden yellow in Autumn. Also known as Rhamnus frangula Asplenifolia, this plant bears clusters of green flowers followed in Autumn by small red fruit that ripens to black. Grow in a shrub border or as hedging. It provides beautiful texture even in a smaller garden. Flowers are very attractive to bees. Site: Requires shelter from coastal windsSoil: Any well-drained soil, tolerates wet soilPosition: Best in full sun, or partial shade Season of Interest: Spring flowers, Autumn colourHardiness: Frost-hardyHeight: 15ft (4m) Spread: 15ft (4m)