Rhamnus Fine Line® Improved

Fern Leaf Buckthorn

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Cultural and Growing Info is provided below.

Attractive Vertical Accent
With its irresistible texture, the soft fern-like foliage is perfect for framing entrances or anywhere a vertical accent is needed. Branching is dense and full all the way to the ground. Low seeding. Did we mention it is deer resistant too? Deciduous foliage turns yellow in fall. Rhamnus Fine Line® is a versatile exotic-looking shrub - easy to grow. Fantastic for hedges, screens, containers, entrances or even a beautiful contrast against hardscapes. Fern-leaf Buckthorn is quite cold hardy. The fine stems with its textured foliage are a beautiful filler for bouquets and arrangements. This cultivar produces very little fruit and among those, only 2% are viable. This stunning variety is an environmentally friendly replacement for older varieties.

Code RHFL

Patent Pending 'SMNRFBT'

Plant Type Shrubs

Species frangula

Height Tall 5-7'

Spacing Plant 2' apart

Bloom Time Not Applicable

Sun / Shade Full Sun to Mostly Sunny

Zones 3-7

Soil Type Normal

Water Needs Medium

Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")

Special Product

Proven Winners

These varieties have been proven in trials around the world to be vigorous and easy to grow. Best of all, Proven Winners are known to be absolutely covered with vibrant, long-blooming flowers.

Special Features

  • Deer Resistant
  • OK in Containers

Rhamnus General Information

Fine Line Buckthorn is a tough, adaptable plant quite cold hardy. The narrow leaves give a fine, feathery appearance. PLEASE NOTE: Fine Line® Rhamnus is restricted and cannot be shipped to the state(s) of CT, IA IL, MA, ME, MN, NH, NY and VT. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Rhamnus Plant Care

Very adaptable, prefers well-drained soil. No pruning is usually required but may be pruned in late fall to remove dead or broken branches. Though it tolerates dry conditions once established, it looks and performs best with average moisture. If desired, fertilize in early spring with a granular rose or garden fertilizer.

Plantable Pots

Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!

100% Guarantee

We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!

Shipping Details

We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.

Spring

  • Zone 3, 4: Early to Mid May
  • Zone 5: Late April to Early May
  • Zone 6: Mid to Late April
  • Zone 7: Early to Mid April
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Early April

Fall

  • Zone 2, 3, 4: Early September
  • Zone 5: Early to Mid September
  • Zone 6: Mid September
  • Zone 7: Mid to Late September
  • Zone 8, 9, 10: Late September to Early October

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