Rhamnus alaternus 'Variegata'
Variegated Italian Buckthorn
Description
Evergreen shrub grows to 6-8' tall and wide. Leaves edged with creamy white. Remove the green shoots when they appear or else they will take over plant. Needs little or no water. Note: this shrub is potentially invasive as its seeds may be spread through fruit-eating birds, mammals and ants.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
6-12'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Dark Green, White, Variegated
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background, Foundation
Special Uses
Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.