Fine Line® Buckthorn
Rhamnus frangula 'Ron Williams'
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Fine Line® Buckthorn - #1 Container is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Plant Sentry™
Plant Sentry™
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This proprietary eCommerce software prevents the shipment of a restricted plant to each state. The Plant Sentry system includes a shipment certification program. The Plant Sentry Compliance Officer works closely with NatureHills.com and each nursery or fulfillment center to ensure only compliant plants are sold to customers.
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Fine Line® Buckthorn highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Photos Provided ByProven Winners, Inc - www.provenwinners.com
Growing Zones 2-8
Sophisticated Vertical Accent - Fine Line® Buckthorn
Does your landscape need a punch of interest? Try Fine Line® Buckthorn PP#14,791 (Rhamnus frangula 'Ron Williams'), it is a vastly improved cultivar of Fernleaf Buckthorn from the Proven Winners® collection.
Like a living exclamation point, Fine Line® becomes a magnificent architectural accent. With a strongly upright habit, it easily draws the eye. Use it to spotlight special features of your home or outdoor entertainment area.
You'll appreciate the versatility of this tall, narrow, feathery deciduous plant.
Create privacy in areas where space is at a premium. Fine Line® is a fantastic backdrop for any shrub border. The airy texture and formal habit make it excellent as a 'Thriller' in exterior containers.
The narrow form is beautifully juxtaposed with soft, lacy, green foliage. Overall, it gives the impression of soft strength.
It's beautiful all season long. The color turns golden-yellow in the fall, but only in years when the cooler weather comes on slowly.
Fine Line® provides a high-end, designer look, but it is so hardy and easy to grow. This drought-tolerant plant even does well in either sun or part sun conditions. It has few insect or disease problems. And deer tend to leave it alone. Please note, that the Buckthorn genus can be invasive in certain areas. The improved Fine Line® cultivar does produce some inconspicuous flowers in early spring. But, it produces very few fruit, and of those, only 2% of the seeds are viable.
However, we may not be able to ship into your state if it performs 'too well'. Birds do love to eat the small, dark fruit and it can spread in certain areas. Nature Hills uses Plant Sentry™, an online platform that blocks shipments of all invasive plants in vulnerable areas. We comply with every United States federal and state regulation for proper shipping of plant material.
Thank you for shopping with us and supporting the needs of your local ecosystem!
Fine Line® is an improved Buckthorn that features a wonderful texture and a handsome columnar shape. It's tough, adaptable, and gorgeous, easily adding height to landscaping without taking up a lot of horizontal space.
It's easy to understand why so many gardeners adore the Proven Winners® Fine Line®! Order yours from the environmentally sound growers at Nature Hills today.
How to Use Fine Line® Buckthorn in the Landscape
Use a single Fine Line® Buckthorn as a stunning specimen. It would suit any garden style, from Asian to Cottage to Contemporary.
Add another one and flank either side of your front door for an impressive display. Grow them in the ground, or plant them in luxe outdoor containers.
The foliage is wispy but dense. Use several to create a strategic privacy screen by spacing them 2 feet apart on center. Measure from the center of one to the center of the next.
You'll love the look and the durable nature of a Fine Line® hedge. Very little pruning is required to keep these columnar trees in check and full!
Create living walls of a special outdoor garden room, or shield your pool deck from prying eyes. Extend the height of your existing fence, or hide the neighbor's trash cans. You'll find plenty of ways to use this plant!
The soft, fine texture makes it an interesting backdrop for any shrub border. It's a perfect choice to add a welcome contrast to your landscape.
- Tall Sender Deciduous Shrubs
- Extremely Fine-Textured Foliage
- Lovely Golden Fall Foliage
- Excellent Hedge Shrub
- Amazing 'Thriller' in Container Arrangements
#ProPlantTips for Care
Plant your Fine Line® Buckthorn in partial sun or full sun for best results. They require well-drained soil, so plant in a raised bed or container if you have heavy soil that holds water.
Give a moderate amount of water on a regular basis during the first season. Once their root system is established in your landscape, they become drought tolerant.
Very little pruning is needed, but you can snip any errant branch any time of year. All plants do well with good air circulation.
- Full Sun & Partial Shade
- Well Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune Any Time During Growing Season
- Very Easy To Grow
- Drought & Urban Tolerant
- Deer Tend to Leave Them Alone
This special plant gets rave reviews but must be selected with a little care. Let our system determine if this beautiful plant will work for you. Enjoy the Fine Line® Buckthorn Tree!
