Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) tolerates poor drainage They are very showy when

They are very showy when planted en masse in a meadow garden

As the case with most salvias

Needs well-draining soil

but only ragweed is wind pollinated

glossy leaves that mostly occur at the base of the plant

Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) tolerates poor drainage They are very showy whenCarolina 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