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Dasiphora fruticosa
Also Known As
- Potentilla fruticosa
- Buttercup Shrub
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 1'-4'
- W: 1'-4'
planting zones
- 2a-7b
Dasiphora fruticosa plant details
Dasiphora fruticosa is a slow-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Dasiphora fruticosa
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 4 FT - wide, 1 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: fall color
GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasiphora fruticosa
- USDA Zones: 2a - 7b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained
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How to Grow Dasiphora fruticosa
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
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
aka Potentilla davurica, Shrubby Cinquefoil
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
3a-8b
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- occasional
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
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
aka Potentilla fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes'
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
2a-7b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - low
- dry in summer
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