Overview
Potentilla thurberi is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Potentilla, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Potentilla thurberi 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 thurberi, the scarlet cinquefoil, is a species of Potentilla Found in North America in moist soils along streams or in damp meadows from 5,000-9,000 ft ; flowers July-September.
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 thurberi 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 thurberi
- 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 thurberi?
Potentilla thurberi prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Potentilla thurberi need?
Potentilla thurberi 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 thurberi hardy in the UK?
Potentilla thurberi 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 thurberi?
Seed, Division.
More in the Potentilla genus
- Potentillacinquefoil
- Potentilla 'William Rollison'Cinquefoil
- Potentilla arenaria
- Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Orange Starlit'
- Potentilla caulescens
- Potentilla collina
- Potentilla drummondii
- Potentilla flabelliformis
