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Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes'

Also Known As

  • Potentilla fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes'

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 2a-7b

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Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes' plant details

Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes' is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low 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 'Katherine Dykes'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes'

USDA Zones: 2a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

No jokes about dykes or Catherine the Great, of course that thing with the swans, or was it stallions, is tempting, but no, I'm still getting crap over that Isle of Lesbos thing, whiter shade of pale yellow flowers minus the vestal virgins.

Gardening facts about Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes' plant

How to Grow Dasiphora fruticosa 'Katherine Dykes'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • 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
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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