Overview
Potentilla 'White Queen' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Potentilla, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Potentilla 'White Queen' 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 'White Queen' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Rosaceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is well suited to south- or west-facing aspects, even in exposed locations. It grows well in a variety of well-drained soils, including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, across acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H6, 'White Queen' is ideal for borders, low hedging, and rock gardens, offering seasonal interest in spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through 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.
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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 'White Queen' 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 'White Queen'
- 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 'White Queen'?
Potentilla 'White Queen' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Potentilla 'White Queen' need?
Potentilla 'White Queen' 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 'White Queen' hardy in the UK?
Potentilla 'White Queen' 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 'White Queen'?
Seed, Division.
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