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Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star'

Also Known As

  • Potentilla 'Red Star'
  • Potentilla fruticosa 'Red Star'
  • Shrubby Cinquefoil

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star' plant details

Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A fine textured, small shrub. The late spring through fall blooms are red with yellow undersides, fading to yellow in summer's heat. Adapts to poor, dry soils. Growth Rate medium

Gardening facts about Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star' plant

How to Grow Dasiphora fruticosa 'Red Star'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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