Overview
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Potentilla, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, low hedging and rock gardens.
About
Potentilla atrosanguinea, the dark crimson cinquefoil, Himalayan cinquefoil, or ruby cinquefoil, is a species of Potentilla found in Bhutan and India.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Potentilla
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, Low hedging, Rock gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit'?
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' need?
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' hardy in the UK?
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit'?
Seed, Division.
More in the Potentilla genus
- Potentillacinquefoil
- Potentilla 'William Rollison'Cinquefoil
- Potentilla arenaria
- Potentilla caulescens
- Potentilla collina
- Potentilla drummondii
- Potentilla flabelliformis
- Potentilla freyniana
