Potentilla Flamenco (Cinquefoil)
Very free flowering, Potentilla ‘Flamenco’ (Cinquefoil) is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial boasting showy, blood-red, 5-petaled flowers adorned with a dark center from late spring to late summer.
Very free flowering, Potentilla 'Flamenco' (Cinquefoil) is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial boasting showy, blood-red, 5-petaled flowers adorned with a dark center from late spring to late summer. Produced in abundance, the blossoms contrast nicely against the foliage mound of strawberry-like, medium-green leaves. Noted for its extremely long blooming season, this Cinquefoil is one of the easiest plants to care for. It is perfect for adding color to a sunny border.
- Grows up to 1-2 ft. tall and wide (30-60 cm).
- Performs best in full sun or part shade, in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Tolerates drought once established.
- Virtually pest and disease free, it is also deer resistant.
- Cinquefoil is very adaptable and an excellent choice for border fronts, cottage gardens, or rock gardens.
- Cut back stems in fall.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 5 – 8 |
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| Climate Zones | 2, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Potentilla – Cinquefoils |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 12″ – 24″ (30cm – 60cm) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Deer, Drought |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |