Potentilla fruticosa 'Goldfinger'
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Goldfinger’
Also called shrubby cinquefoil or bush cinquefoil, Potentilla is one of the most popular landscape shrubs in our climate. It has a long bloom time, exceptional hardiness, and low maintenance. This sturdy plant stands up to drought, air pollution, and salt, and has earned a reputation of being veritably indestructible by tolerating a wide range of growing conditions. Plants can get sparse without 6 or more hours of sunlight. Pair with spring blooming bulbs to screen bare branches until leaves emerge. This compact variety produces showy golden flowers, up to 1.5″ in diameter all summer.
Plant Height at Maturity
3 feet
Plant Width at Maturity
4 feet
Growth Rate
1-6"/year
Growth Habit
Round
Environmental Features
Native Species | Water-wise | Pollinator Friendly
Tough Sites
Alkaline Soil | Dry Soil | Calcareous Soil | Deer Damage | Urban Conditions | High Wind
Seasonal Interest
Spring Flowering | Summer Flowering
Flower Color
Yellow