Cinquefoil. A loose clump-forming perennial with wiry stems of mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped, dark crimson flowers on long stalks in summer. Max Height 30cm to 90cm. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Potentilla nepalensis
A loose clump-forming perennial with wiry stems of mid-green leaves. Saucer-shaped, dark crimson flowers on long stalks in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Potentilla |
|---|---|
| Species | nepalensis |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Cinquefoil |
| Flower Colour | crimson |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 30cm, 90cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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