Alderleaf Buckthorn

Rhamnus alnifolia

Alderleaf Buckthorn (Rhamnus alnifolia) is a deciduous shrub native to North America. It can grow up to 8 feet tall, with a bushy, upright form. It has multiple stems and broad, glossy green leaves with serrated edges. The leaves turn yellow-red in the fall. In late spring, small white flowers bloom and turn into red fruits that birds and animals love. This plant is multi-stemmed and tolerant of a variety of soils and moisture levels. It provides food and shelter for wildlife, as well as visual interest in the garden. Alderleaf Buckthorn is an easy-to-care-for plant that adds beauty and color to any garden.