About
This clump-forming, herbaceous perennial up to 90cm in height, with strawberry-like dark green leaves composed of five broad leaflets. Branched, red-tinged stems bear loose clusters of dark red or dark pink flowers 2.5cm in width, throughout summer.
About the genus
Potentilla can be herbaceous perennials, deciduous shrubs, or annuals, with palmately or pinnately divided leaves and solitary or clustered, saucer-shaped, 5-petalled flowers appearing over a long period
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Coastal, Wildlife gardens
Native toW Himalaya, Nepal, Pakistan
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten - see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants for further information and useful contact numbers
Care notes
CultivationGrow in poor to moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed sown in autumn or spring, or by division in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to honey fungus