Rhamnus frangula 'Asplenifolia' Architectural Curious reddish-purple fruits open to

Curious reddish-purple fruits open to reveal bright orange coated seeds

symmetrical head

globe-shaped crown

'Elsrijk' will grow on most types of fertile soils but seems particularly at home on chalk

but at a daintier size and with rounded tips

Rhamnus frangula 'Asplenifolia' Architectural Curious reddish-purple fruits open toNoted for its unusual fern like leaves, very narrow with an attractive wavy margin, this spreading shrub provides high value for wildlife as well as ornamental interest. The small white flowers aren't very showy but attract bees and are followed by drupes of green berries changing to red, then finally black in September. Good in all moist soils. H7