The leaves are very narrow with an irregular margin. I have read reports that it is invasive and reports to the contrary?
Pronunciation
(RAM-nus)(FRANG-uu-la)
Plant Type
All Plants, Shrubs Deciduous
Hardiness Zone
3-7
Sunlight
full sun to part sun
Moisture
average, tolerable
Soil & Site
average, tolerable
Temperature
A landscaper told me he can use this plant in containers in zone #5 and they survive.
Fruit
produces a berry-like drupe changing from green-red-black
Leaves
very narrow leaves, irregular margin creating a ferny effect
Dimensions
10-12 feet high with a spread of 6-10 feet, slow growing
Maintenance
can be pruned into a hedge
Author's Notes
I have been told this plant is not invasive like it's cousins. We have one growing at the garden center and it was cut down to a stump and resprouted. A nice fine texture plant.
Notes & Reference
#01- Manual of Woody Landscape Plants (Micheal Dirr)