Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) attracts beneficial insects perennial borders

perennial borders

early summer Mature height 3-5 ft Mature spread Spreading Attracts Birds

slender leaves are more graceful than traditional yuccas

green Bloom time Spring

part shade Bloom color Yellow-green Mature height 3-4 ft Mature spread 4-5 ft Evergreen  Yes Notes Sharp spines

Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) attracts beneficial insects perennial bordersCarolina Buckthorn is a small deciduous tree or larger shrub. Although it has a thorn in its name, it has no spines. It is a lovely understory plant with an airy, layered look. Carolina Buckthorn does best in part shade, with 3 5 hours of sun, although it is adaptable. The sunnier the exposure, the more water it will need to thrive and the denser and bushier its growth. Carolina Buckthorn produces bright red fruit that turns black by the fall and is