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Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink Whisper'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 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 'Pink Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, pastel yellow and fragrant flowers during early summer to late autumn. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish aquamarine in colour and fine in texture. Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) has exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink 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 'Pink Whisper' tolerates drought, compacted soil and salt.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Potentilla fruticosa 'Pink Whisper' (shrubby cinquefoil) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.