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Potentilla fruticosa 'Primrose Beauty'

Family Rosaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   2a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 1.5 m (4 - 5 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 'Primrose Beauty' (shrubby cinquefoil) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, pastel yellow and fragrant blossoms during early summer to mid fall. The matte foliage is greyish green and light grey in colour and fine in texture. Potentilla fruticosa 'Primrose Beauty' (shrubby cinquefoil) has exfoliating bark. A specimen plant, Potentilla fruticosa 'Primrose Beauty' (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 Potentilla fruticosa 'Primrose Beauty' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and salt.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Potentilla fruticosa 'Primrose Beauty' (shrubby cinquefoil) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly.