Rhamnus crocea/Redberry, Redberry Buckthorn

Clusters of flowers on a plant growing in a southern California botanical garden in January
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Clusters of flowers on a plant growing in a southern California botanical garden in January	Flowrs and foliage	Flowers and foliage

Clusters of flowers on a plant growing in a southern California botanical garden in January

Flowrs and foliage

Flowers and foliage


Scientific Name:	Rhamnus crocea
Common Name:	Redberry, Redberry Buckthorn
Hardiness Zone:	9, 10, 11 Determine Your Zone
Height:	2- 5 feet
Spread:	5 - 10 feet
Bloom time:	Spring
Fruit present:	Summer, Fall
Fruit color:	Red
Light Exposure:	Sun, Part Sun
Drainage:	Well drained, Dry
Rate of Growth:	Moderate
Water Requirement:	Low
Maintenance Level:	Low
Comments:	A medium-sized shrub native to California. While the plant might not be very attractive for much of the year female plants produce a bountiful crop of bright red, cherry-like berries which are cherished by birds.