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Potentilla fruticosa 'Sunset'

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 'Sunset' (shrubby cinquefoil) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to mid-autumn. This plant is rounded in form and has matte and fine textured foliage that is greyish green in colour. The bark is exfoliating in texture. Potentilla fruticosa 'Sunset' (shrubby cinquefoil) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, edging, hedge, foundation and specimen.
Special Characteristics Potentilla fruticosa 'Sunset' is tolerant of drought, compacted soil and salt.
Cautions The growth rate of Potentilla fruticosa 'Sunset' (shrubby cinquefoil) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.