GardenWizzPlant Care Card

Alder Buckthorn

Rhamnus frangula · Shrub

Hardiness
H7 Very hardy (to below −20°C)
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Height × Spread
3–7 m × —
Soil
moist but well-drained; acidic, neutral, or alkaline
Flowering
May–June
Toxicity
Harmful if eaten

The Gardening Year

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🌸 In flower
✂️ Prune

Watch out for

Slugs and snails: Use physical barriers like copper tape or crushed eggshells, and hand-pick at night.

Powdery mildew: Improve air circulation and water at the base; apply a sulphur-based fungicide if severe.

Leaf spot: Remove affected leaves and avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry.

Aphids: Encourage natural predators like ladybirds or spray with a strong jet of water.

Root rot: Ensure well-drained soil conditions and avoid overwatering during wet periods.

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