Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) tolerates poor drainage including the seeds

including the seeds

Water deeply

Texas native Yes Water use Medium Sun exposure Sun to shade Bloom time Spring Mature height 60-80 ft Mature width 60-80 ft Attracts Butterflies

This tough perennial may be easily overlooked until the fall when it provides an explosion of bright purple blooms

Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) tolerates poor drainage including the seedsCarolina 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