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Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 50 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 50 - 70 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The shrub Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, pale orange and fragrant flowers during early summer to mid-fall. The matte foliage is medium green in colour and fine in texture. Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) has exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper' tolerates drought, compacted soil and salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Potentilla fruticosa 'Apricot Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.