Plant Record

Cultural/Growing Information

pH: B (5.8 - 6.2)

EC (2:1 Extraction Method): B (0.6 - 0.9)

Fertilization Recommendations: M (150-200 ppm)

Rooting Out: A (65-72°F or 18-22°C)

Growing On: A (60-65°F or 16-18°C)

Holding Temperature: A (40-50°F or 4-10°C)

Light Levels: Moderate to High

Water Requirements: Dry to Moderate

Pinching/Growth Regulators: A fast growing vertical plant, Give this plant a shear to a flat top look and then repeat a few times during the season to produce a fuller plant without loss of height. Normal for Fine Line to have no foliage on the bottom 8-10 inches of the plant.

Pest and Disease Management: General pest and disease practices as listed in notes. Aphids

Special Notes: High night temps can cause some defoliation in container production in zones 6b-7, shading will reduce this problem.

Vernalization: Required

Spring Outdoor Finish?: C - Last to go outside

Over wintering Temperature (Zones 2-7): polyhouse

Shade Requirements: Light shade with high heat

Heat Zone (high to low): 7-1

Type: Deciduous

Flowers On: None

Planting & Timing Information (Nursery): Spring to Fall, 1 ppp

Planting & Timing Information (Greenhouse): Spring to Fall Finish, 1 ppp

1 GL or 8"/ 50 tray (Greenhouse): 24-36 weeks, 4-6 pinches

1GL or 8"/ 2.25" (Greenhouse): 10-14 weeks, 1-3 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery) 6-8 weeks, 2 pinches

1 GL or 8"/ 2.25" - Shear (Nursery) 8-10 weeks, 2 shears

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 4-6 weeks, 1-2 pinches

1 GL or 8" / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery) 4-6 weeks, 1-2 shears

2 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 10-12 weeks, 2-3 pinches

2 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 2-3 shears

3 GL / 2.25" - Pinch (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / 2.25" - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / Quick Turn - Pinch (5" liner) (Nursery): 8-10 weeks, 3-4 pinches

3 GL / Quick Turn - Shear (5" liner) (Nursery): 12-16 weeks, 3-4 shears

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 5-6 weeks, 2-3 pinches

3 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 8-12 weeks, 2-3 shears

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Pinch (Nursery): 10-14 weeks, 3-4

5 GL / 1 gallon shift - Shear (Nursery): 16-20 weeks, 3-4 shears

General Information

Description
A great landscape plant, FINE LINE® combines the feathery foliage of ‘Aspenifolia’ with the narrow upright habit of ‘Columnaris.’ Use FINE LINE® in narrow hedgerows for privacy, as an accent plant, or even in a patio container. It’s a great vertical accent for the perennial garden, and the narrow habit is perfect for framing entrances. This is an extremely useful, architectural plant for the home or commercial landscape. This cultivar produces very few fruit, none of which have been shown to be viable. FINE LINE® is a responsible and environmentally friendly replacement for weedy, older varieties.

Growing Tips
Very adaptable, prefers well-drained soil. Best if pruned in late fall to remove dead or broken branches. No pruning is really required. Medium moisture, can tolerate dry conditions once established. Attracts birds in the fall. Fertilize in early spring by applying a slow release fertilizer specialized for trees and shrubs. Follow the label for recommended rate of application.

Exposure
Plant in sun or partial shade

Height
60-84"

Spacing
36-60"

Hardy Temp
-50°F (-46°C)

Zone(s)
2

Uses
Great for a wide range of uses including narrow hedges or screens, accent specimen, patio planters, and combination planters. Good in perennial and shrub borders. Can be used to frame doors and pathways.

Features
Fernlike foliage turns yellow in fall. Ideal for containers and narrow beds. Trim in late fall. Non-invasive. Do not eat berries. Deer resistant.

Patent:
Rhamnus FINE LINE® 'Ron Williams ®' PP14791 Patented

There are no other plants in this series

Awards Won

2009 - Silver Medal
  -Royal Boskoop Horticulture Society