Overview

Potentilla 'Mont d'Or' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Potentilla, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Potentilla 'Mont d'Or' 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 'Mont d'Or' is a clump-forming deciduous cultivar of the Potentilla genus, which includes herbaceous perennials, deciduous shrubs, and annuals known for their divided foliage and saucer-shaped, five-petalled flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south- or west-facing, exposed sites and is hardy to UK zone H6. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. Flowering occurs in spring and summer, making it suitable for borders, low hedging, and rock gardens.

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 'Mont d'Or' 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 'Mont d'Or'

Propagation

Seed, Division

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

May be susceptible to honey fungus

Frequently asked questions

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