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Frangula Alnus - Alder Buckthorn - Height 50-60cm - Bushy - 5lt
£27.00
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Frangula alnus, commonly known as alder buckthorn, is a versatile and ecologically valuable plant that can be an excellent addition to a wide range of garden styles. Its natural adaptability allows it to thrive in moist, well-drained soils and it tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it suitable for various garden positions including borders, woodland edges, or wildlife-focused spaces.
As a deciduous shrub or small tree, it brings multi-season interest to the garden: its glossy green leaves emerge in spring, followed by clusters of small, star-shaped pale greenish-yellow flowers in early summer. These are later replaced by red berries that ripen to black in autumn, providing a rich food source for birds and other wildlife.
Frangula alnus is especially valued in environmentally conscious gardens as it supports biodiversity. It attracts bees, other pollinators, and is the larval food plant for the brimstone butterfly. Additionally, it has a non-invasive root system, requires minimal maintenance once established, and is generally pest- and disease-resistant. Its subtle beauty, wildlife benefits, and resilience make it an ideal choice for gardeners looking to combine ecological value with low-maintenance charm.
Frangula Alnus - Alder Buckthorn - Height 50-60cm - Bushy - 5lt
£27.00
Unit price perEstimated delivery between September 12 and September 14.
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Frangula alnus, commonly known as alder buckthorn, is a versatile and ecologically valuable plant that can be an excellent addition to a wide range of garden styles. Its natural adaptability allows it to thrive in moist, well-drained soils and it tolerates both full sun and partial shade, making it suitable for various garden positions including borders, woodland edges, or wildlife-focused spaces.
As a deciduous shrub or small tree, it brings multi-season interest to the garden: its glossy green leaves emerge in spring, followed by clusters of small, star-shaped pale greenish-yellow flowers in early summer. These are later replaced by red berries that ripen to black in autumn, providing a rich food source for birds and other wildlife.
Frangula alnus is especially valued in environmentally conscious gardens as it supports biodiversity. It attracts bees, other pollinators, and is the larval food plant for the brimstone butterfly. Additionally, it has a non-invasive root system, requires minimal maintenance once established, and is generally pest- and disease-resistant. Its subtle beauty, wildlife benefits, and resilience make it an ideal choice for gardeners looking to combine ecological value with low-maintenance charm.
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Pot Size
5
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Height (cm)
50-60cm
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Common Name
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Family
Rhamnaceae
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Type
deciduous tree
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Time to maturity
20–50 years
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