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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
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
    Leathery, glossy leaves to 7cm (3in) long.
  • Height
    5m (16ft)
  • Spread
    4m (13ft)
  • Tall Shrub
    Erect to spreading shrub. Produces small, yellow-green flowers in axillary clusters, followed by spherical red fruit ripening to black.
  • 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)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

RHAMNUS alaternus 'Argenteovariegata'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    None
    Place of origin
    Portugal, Morocco, Mediterranean, Ukraine(Crimea)
    Resistant to honey fungus
    These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a large shrub border
    Coastal / windswept
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Leaf Colour (if not green)
    Silver variegated
  • Leaf margin
    Serrate
    		(see photos above)
  • Leaf shape
    Oblong
    		(see photos above)
    Ovate
    		(see photos above)
  • Pruning group
    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.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Moderately fertile soil.
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably dogs
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Rhamnus - Growing Guide
5m (16ft)
 Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  4m (13ft)
  

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