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Potentilla calabra
Also Known As
- Cinquefoil
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 10"-14"
- W: 12"-16"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Potentilla calabra plant details
Potentilla calabra is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with blue and green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Potentilla calabra
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 16 IN - wide, 10 IN - 14 IN - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Potentilla calabra
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Far Reaches Farm
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Gardening facts about Potentilla calabra plant
How to Grow Potentilla calabra
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 1'-2'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun - mostly sun
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Plant Type
Perennial, Groundcover
Zones
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Size
Height: 3"-10"
Width: 6"-12"
- sun
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-8b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 1'-2'
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 15"-18"
- sun - shade
- regular - occasional
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