Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) evergreen or backdrop shrub

or backdrop shrub

It features eye-catching sunflower-like flowers in the summer

Heartleaf Skullcap spreads by underground

fall Mature height 2-3 ft Mature spread 3-5 ft Attracts Butterflies

Frangula caroliniana (Carolina Buckthorn) evergreen or backdrop shrubCarolina 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