scarlet cinquefoil

Scarlet cinquefoil (Potentilla thurberi 'Monarch's Velvet') needs regular, moderately deep watering for best performance. The soil should remain moist, but not wet. Water the plant deeply about once a week to ensure the soil gets thoroughly saturated; if soil feels dry, water more frequently. For best results, water in the morning so any excess moisture can evaporate during the day. Do not leave standing water, as this can lead to root rot.

Scarlet cinquefoil (Potentilla thurberi 'Monarch's Velvet') needs plenty of light during the day when grown outdoors. This species prefers full sun, which means it should receive at least 8 hours of sunlight per day to thrive. When grown indoors, it should be placed in a bright south- or southwest-facing location with full sun or bright filtered light for most of the day. Avoid placing it in direct afternoon sun or dark corners as this can cause the plant to become leggy and lack blooms.

Scarlet cinquefoil should only be pruned lightly and infrequently. It is best to prune in the spring or fall season, before new growth appears and after the flowers have faded. Pruning lightly may help to encourage the plant to create more bushy growth and also promote more vibrant flowers for the next season. To properly prune scarlet cinquefoil, remove any dead, diseased, or damaged stems. If the plant has become too large, some older branches can be selectively cut back. Take care not to prune too much or too heavily, as it can damage the plant.