shining cinquefoil

How to Grow and Care for shining cinquefoil

shining cinquefoil · Potentilla nitida

Grow in a rock garden, scree bed, alpine trough or sink in well-drained soil or compost in full sun

Watering: Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterloggingSunlight: Full sunFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing shining cinquefoil

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
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Soil typeSand · Loam · Chalk
Soil pHNeutral · Alkaline · Acid
Soil moistureWell drained
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
ToxicityFruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow in a rock garden, scree bed, alpine trough or sink in well-drained soil or compost in full sun

How to Water shining cinquefoil?

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for shining cinquefoil?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for shining cinquefoil?

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What Soil Is Best for shining cinquefoil?

Soil type
Sand · Loam · Chalk
Soil pH
Neutral · Alkaline · Acid
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for shining cinquefoil?

Well drained

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How to Fertilize shining cinquefoil?

Balanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season

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How to Prune shining cinquefoil?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate shining cinquefoil?

Propagate by seed in autumn or spring

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How to Transplant shining cinquefoil?

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How to Care for shining cinquefoil in Winter?

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How to Plant shining cinquefoil?

Grow in a rock garden, scree bed, alpine trough or sink in well-drained soil or compost in full sun

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How to Repot shining cinquefoil?

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How to Harvest shining cinquefoil?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May sometimes be susceptible to honey fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of shining cinquefoil

Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of shining cinquefoil

Plant typeAlpine Rockery
HeightUp to 10 cm
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitTufted
OriginAlps

Scientific Classification

Species
Potentilla nitida
Genus
Potentilla
Family
Rosaceae
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