| Common Name | Common Buckthorn |
| Family | Rhamnaceae |
| Genus | Rhamnus |
| Species | Cathartica |
| Origin | Europe, North Africa, Western Asia |
| Blooming | Late spring to early summer, small greenish-yellow flowers |
| Leaf Color | Dark green turning yellow/orange in autumn |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained loam; tolerates clay, chalk, and sandy soils. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Moderate watering during establishment; drought tolerant once mature.
Full sun preferred for best growth and fruiting; tolerates partial shade.
Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins.
Prune after flowering to maintain shape. Tolerates heavy pruning and hedging.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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