Overview
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' is a clump forming deciduous shrub in the genus Dasiphora, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include borders, low hedging and rockeries. It is native to Dahurian region (Siberia, Mongolia and China).
About
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Potentilla genus, which comprises over 500 species of herbaceous flowering plants in the rose family, Rosaceae. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is suited to south-facing, exposed positions. It prefers well-drained, neutral loam soil and is hardy to UK zone H6. 'Abbotswood' is suitable for use in borders, low hedging, and rockeries, and can be propagated by seed or division.
About the genus
Potentilla is a genus containing over 500 species of annual, biennial and perennial herbaceous flowering plants in the rose family, Rosaceae.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dasiphora
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Deciduous shrub
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Borders, low hedging, rockeries
- Native to
- Dahurian region (Siberia, Mongolia, China)
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood'
- Propagation
- Seed, division
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood'?
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' need?
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' hardy in the UK?
Potentilla dahurica 'Abbotswood' 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 dahurica 'Abbotswood'?
Seed, division.
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