rock cinquefoil
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A rare native flower in the wild, this perennial is very garden-worthy. It has green divided leaves and masses of small white 5-petalled flowers are produced over several weeks
Scientific classification
- Species
- rock cinquefoil (Potentilla rupestris)
- Genus
- Potentilla
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of rock cinquefoil
Distribution map
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Culture
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Toxicity
Fruit are ornamental - not to be eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Quick identification of rock cinquefoil
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rock cinquefoil care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun · Partial shade
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
Growing
GrowingCan grow in thin, well-drained soil but will do better with deeper soil. It needs good light
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May sometimes be susceptible to honey fungus
Pests
Generally pest-free
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