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Camel thorn shrub with characteristic spiny stems and small flowersFabaceae

Alhagi maurorum: complete guide

Alhagi maurorum Medik.

Alhagi maurorum, the Caspian manna - a remarkable desert shrub with spine-like thorns and the ability to produce manna. Perfect for extreme heat and drought gardens.

12 min
Yellow flowers of Anthyllis hermanniae spiny kidney vetchFabaceae

Anthyllis hermanniae: complete guide

Anthyllis hermanniae

Spiny kidney vetch (Anthyllis hermanniae) is a hardy Mediterranean shrub with brilliant yellow flowers and spiny twigs. Perfect for dry gardens needing minimal care.

12 min
Thorny broom with yellow flowers and characteristic spinesFabaceae

Calicotome spinosa: complete guide

Calicotome spinosa

Discover Thorny broom: a Mediterranean shrub with yellow flowers and sharp spines. Perfect plant for dry locations. Growing and care tips.

12 min
Chinese firethorn red berries close-upRosaceae

Pyracantha fortuneana: complete guide

Pyracantha fortuneana

Chinese firethorn is a thorny shrub with white flowers and red berries. This hardy plant grows vigorously against walls and fences. Ideal for bird-friendly gardens and decorative screening.

12 min
Ribes lobbii flowers and thorny branchesGrossulariaceae

Ribes lobbii: complete guide

Ribes lobbii

Discover sticky gooseberry, a unique and aromatic shrub from Pacific North-West. Sticky leaves, thorny stems, and spring flowers for specialist gardens.

12 min
Light green foliage and delicate flowers of Frederick's brambleRosaceae

Frederick's bramble: complete guide

Rubus frederici

Discover Frederick's bramble, a European wild bramble with ornamental foliage and pale yellow flowers. Hardy, ideal for natural hedges.

12 min
Spiny Sida showing characteristic thorns and yellow flowersMalvaceae

Spiny Sida (Sida spinosa): complete guide

Sida spinosa

Discover the exotic Spiny Sida in our complete guide. This tropical shrub is famous for its thorns and yellow flowers. Full care and cultivation.

12 min
Solanum dimidiatum with purple flowersSolanaceae

Solanum dimidiatum: complete guide

Solanum dimidiatum

Discover Carolina horse-nettle, a native American plant with purple flowers. Handle carefully in gardens due to thorny structures.

12 min