Photo of Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White' flower by Mulchmaid

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Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White'

Also Known As

  • Potentilla fruticosa 'McKay's White'
  • McKay's White Shrubby Cinquefoil

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 2a-7b

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Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White' plant details

Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial shrub with gold and green foliage. In summer cream flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. 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 Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold and green
Mature size: 0 - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: cream blooms in summer
Uses: bonsai, container plant, cutting garden, fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White'

USDA Zones: 2a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Developed at McKay?s Nursery in Wisconsin, this form is mound-shaped, 2 1/2' tall, with a profusion of creamy-white flowers in summer. S/M-D
Deciduous, dense, rounded shrub with creamy white blooms from June until the first frost in the fall. Fine-textured green foliage turns yellow-brown in the fall. To keep a tidy appearance in the winter, cut back to the ground or remove old canes. Very cold hardy and drought tolerant. Great addition to the garden for shrub borders or mass plantings.

Gardening facts about Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White' plant

How to Grow Dasiphora fruticosa 'McKay's White'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Scientific Name: Dasiphora fruticosa 'Uman'

aka Potentilla 'Uman', Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango', Potentilla fruticosa 'UMan', Potentilla fruticosa Mango Tango®, Mango Tango™ Shrubby Cinquefoil, POTENTILLA

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

2a-9b

Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular
  • dry in summer
Photo of Dasiphora fruticosa Mango Tango™ PP12258 flower by Forestfarm
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aka Potentilla davurica, Shrubby Cinquefoil

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

3a-8b

Size

Height: 3'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun
  • occasional
Photo of Dasiphora davurica close-up, flower by J.G. in SF
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aka Potentilla alba 'Snowflake', Potentilla fruticosa 'Snowflake', White Cinquefoil

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - occasional
  • dry in summer
Photo of Dasiphora fruticosa 'Snowflake' flower by Forestfarm
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aka Potentilla fruticosa, Buttercup Shrub

Plant Type

Shrub

Zones

2a-7b

Size

Height: 1'-4'

Width: 1'-4'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Dasiphora fruticosa flower by Wildfeuer
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aka Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood', Abbotswood Potentilla

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Zones

2a-7b

Size

Height: 2'-3'

Width: 2'-3'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
Photo of Dasiphora fruticosa 'Abbotswood' flower by Red Panda Nursery
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