shrubby cinquefoil

Shrubby cinquefoil should be watered once or twice a week, depending on the conditions. If the weather is warm and dry, it may need more frequent watering. The best way to tell if it needs watering is to check the soil. If the top inch of soil is dry, it’s time to water. Water thoroughly, until it starts to flow from the pot’s drainage holes. During the growing season, usually from spring to fall, the shrubby cinquefoil should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing and discontinue fertilizing during the winter months.

Shrubby cinquefoil (Potentilla fruticosa 'Hallman Dwarf') prefers full sun for best growth. It will tolerate some shade but won't produce as many flowers. When grown in full sun, it will flower more abundantly from late spring to early fall. It should be kept in a spot with at least 6 hours of sun per day to ensure that it does not become leggy or sparse in its growth.

Shrubby cinquefoil (Potentilla fruticosa 'Hallman Dwarf') is a compact, mounding shrub that typically thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-7 and grows to about 3 feet in both height and width. Pruning should be done annually to maintain a neat, mounded shape and to control size. Pruning should take place in the spring just after the shrub has finished flowering. This helps to encourage new growth and vigorous flowering for the coming season. Remove any dying or dead stems, then trim back the remaining stems by up to 1 third or prune to shape as desired. Light pruning during the growing season is also helpful for controlling size or shape and to encourage additional flowering.