Potentilla f. 'Goldteppich' - P9

Description
The Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich' (Potentilla fruticosa) is a bushy, broad dwarf shrub that produces yellow, cup-shaped flowers. They appear from May to October. The Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich' also has fingered, dark green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, weakly acidic soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 70 cm and is approx. 1 m wide.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive bronze autumn colouring * suitable for containers * easy to care for

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich's are dark green, fingered. They are about 1 - 3 cm in size. Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich' turns bright bronze in autumn.

Spread
Northern hemisphere of the earth.

Frost hardiness
The Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Shrubby cinquefoil 'Goldteppich' is a bushy and broad-growing dwarf shrub. It usually reaches a height of 40 - 70 cm and is approx. 0.8 - 1 m wide.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Tasks
- Fertilise: Monthly from April to August - Mulching: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September - Pruning: March.

Care
- If watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought. - To increase vigour and flowering, the plant should be cut back a hand's breadth above the ground every 3-5 years.

Flower
The yellow, cup-shaped flowers appear from May to October.

Use
Tub, hedge (pruning), specimen, group planting, bee pasture, bed edging, ground cover