rock cinquefoil
Potentilla rupestris
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 7
Flowers:
White with yellow stamens Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Thorny:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Water your rock cinquefoil regularly to keep the soil evenly moist. When watering, ensure the soil is completely saturated and that the drainage is adequate. Water your rock cinquefoil once a week during the warm months of spring and summer when temperatures are between 65 and 95°F (18 and 35°C). During the cooler months, reduce watering to once every 2 weeks. If the soil starts to dry out quickly, try to increase the watering frequency or find a spot with richer soil or more shade.
sunlight
Rock cinquefoil needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal growth. With this amount of direct sunlight, rock cinquefoil can bloom well and bear great fruit production. The ideal time of day for rock cinquefoil to receive direct sunlight is from 10 AM to 4 PM. During this time the sun is at its hottest and brightest, and will provide the most energy for the plant’s photo-synthesis and growth needs. However, in lower light conditions this species of Potentilla can tolerate partial shade and reduced light levels, and still be able to thrive.
pruning
Rock cinquefoil (Potentilla rupestris) is a low-growing, hardy and drought-resistant shrub. It is a great choice for dry, rocky spots in the garden and it can thrive in almost any soil type. Pruning rock cinquefoil is an important part of helping the plant to keep its growth in check and to ensure it stays healthy. For general maintenance, rock cinquefoil should be pruned towards the end of the winter season, somewhere around February. This should be done before the moment the new growth appears, so it is likely a good idea to prune the plant every year at the same time. Pruning should also be done 1 or 2 times throughout the summer, as it will help the plant put all its energy into producing flower buds, rather than foliage. When pruning rock cinquefoil, start at the base of the bush and work outwards. Cut away any old, woody stems that are not producing new growth. You should also trim away any dead or diseased stems and any branches that are crossing over each other. Avoid pruning too drastically, as this could harm the health of the plant and disrupt its growth.
