Potentilla, Goldfinger

Potentilla fruticosa ‘Goldfinger’

Priced by size: $24.99 – $29.99

Size (HxW): 2-3’ x 2-3’

Growth Habit: Rounded

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2

A tough, small shrub great for poor, dry soils & windy/exposed areas

Large, gold-yellow flowers atop small green, teardrop-shaped foliage

Exfoliating papery bark on mature branches

Blooms from mid June to September

Requires 6+ hours of sunlight

Medium Growth Rate: 6-10”/year

Row Spacing: 1.5’ apart

Non-suckering

Drought tolerant once established

May be susceptible to spider mites if growing in a crowded and sheltered area. Mites are easily removed by rinsing off the plant with a garden hose

Native to Manitoba

Plant Care:

- Prune to shape first thing in spring, deadhead in fall ; spring pruning ensures the flowers bloom and the shrub maintains a more dense, appealing form - Mature plants: trim 6” off the top in late October to prevent snow damage and remove seed pods - Does not tolerate soggy soil

Description

Size (HxW): 2-3’ x 2-3’

Growth Habit: Rounded

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2

A tough, small shrub great for poor, dry soils & windy/exposed areas
Large, gold-yellow flowers atop small green, teardrop-shaped foliage
Exfoliating papery bark on mature branches
Blooms from mid June to September
Requires 6+ hours of sunlight
Medium Growth Rate: 6-10”/year
Row Spacing: 1.5’ apart
Non-suckering
Drought tolerant once established
May be susceptible to spider mites if growing in a crowded and sheltered area. Mites are easily removed by rinsing off the plant with a garden hose
Native to Manitoba