More about the plant below:
Cinquefoil (Potentilla)
category : shrubs
position : sun, partial shade
height : 0.4 -1.2 m
frost resistance : to -30 ° C
reaction soil : neutral, slightly acidic, slightly alkaline
preferences soil : fertile, permeable, sandy and humus
watering : little
color leaves/needles : green
color of flowers : yellow, orange, pink, red, white
shape : bushy, compact
period flowering : May-October
seed : -
reproduction:apical or woody cuttings
persistence leaves : seasonal
application : flower beds, parks, hedges, ground cover
pace growth : slow
Cinquefoil - silhouetteCinquefoil - developmental featuresStand for the cinquefoilReproduction of cinquefoilCinquefoil - careCinquefoil - applicationAdviceCinquefoil - silhouette
Cinquefoil has very characteristic leaves, reminiscent of a human hand.It is a genus of plants belonging to the rose family. Potentilla fruticosa varieties are among the most important summer-flowering ornamental shrubs in the dwarf and medium segment.Plate flowers can be yellow, orange, white or pink (depending on the variety). Cinquefoil is not too demanding, it blooms long and firmly, usually from May to October.
Cinquefoil - developmental features
Cinquefoil is a shrub with an impressive spherical habit. Its height ranges from 50 to 100 cm, it is rarely attacked by pests.It can be planted under taller trees, shrubs or perennials.
Stand for the cinquefoil
The shrub feels best in a sunny or semi-shaded position. Reacts adversely to high heat, the consequence of which is drying up of the earth.We plant the plants from October to March.
Reproduction of cinquefoil
Cinquefoil can be propagated by cuttings in spring or by division.
Cinquefoil - care
Bushes should be regularly x-rayed (in spring) or cut a dozen or so centimeters above the ground.This will cause some delay in flowering, but will eventually lead to a very abundant flowering.Older shrubs may take a little longer to recover.
Cinquefoil - application
The cinquefoil looks best in group plantings. It adapts perfectly to slopes, rock gardens and carpet plantings.Can also be used for edging flowerbeds.
Tip
Society of cinquefoil like, among others Roses. Ornamental grasses and perennials also do well in its vicinity.
