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RHAMNUS alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'
Commonly known as Italian buckthorn
Leaves green and marbled grey with an irregular creamy-white margin. If you like variegated shrubs this is the one for you
£22.50 each
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Portugal, Morocco, Mediterranean, Ukraine(Crimea) -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenLeathery, glossy leaves to 7cm (3in) long.
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BorderSuitable for a large shrub border
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Coastal / windswept
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Fully hardy
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Silver variegated
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Serrate
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Oblong
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Ovate
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Height
5m (16ft) -
Spread
4m (13ft)
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Tall ShrubErect to spreading shrub. Produces small, yellow-green flowers in axillary clusters, followed by spherical red fruit ripening to black.
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilModerately fertile soil.
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Full sun
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Partial shade
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harmful if eaten
People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs -
Mature Size5m (16ft)
4m (13ft)
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