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| Family | Rosaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 5a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 8 - 15 cm (3 - 6 in) | | Spread | 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Potentilla tonguei (five-fingers) bears bright red blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour and evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of drought, salt and light foot traffic. | | |
