Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Scarlet Starlit' (Himalayan Cinquefoil)
Himalayan Cinquefoil 'Scarlet Starlit', Potentilla argyrophylla 'Scarlet Starlit', Potentilla atrosanguinea var. leucochroa 'Scarlet Starlit'
Potentilla atrosanguinea var. argyrophylla 'Scarlet Starlit' (Himalayan Cinquefoil) is a compact, clump-forming perennial boasting showy clusters of saucer-shaped, scarlet flowers from early to late summer. The blossoms are borne on erect, wiry, branching stems. They contrast nicely against the foliage mound of three-lobed leaves covered in silky hairs. Noted for its 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 12-24 in. tall and wide (30-60 cm).
- Performs best in full sun or light shade in moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soils.
- Virtually pest and disease free, it is also deer resistant.
- Cinquefoil is very adaptable and an excellent choice for beds and borders, cottage gardens, or coastal gardens.
- After flowering, remove the flower stems at ground level.
- Can be propagated by division in spring.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
| 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 |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 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 |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 5
– 7 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
| 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 |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
| Spacing | 18" – 24" (45cm – 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 |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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