Potentilla Lovely Pink - Description

Latin Name: Potentilla fruticosa 'Lovely Pink'
Common Name: Lovely Pink Shrubby Cinquefoil
Other Names: Pink Bush Cinquefoil, Pink Flowering Potentilla
Suitable for: Outdoor
Size: Grows to a height of 60-90 cm (24-36 inches) and spreads 60-75 cm (24-30 inches).

Potentilla Lovely Pink - Delivery

Delivery Info: Your Potentilla Lovely Pink will be carefully packaged and delivered to your doorstep, ready to plant and thrive.

Potentilla Lovely Pink - Characteristics

Mature Size: Reaches a height of 60-90 cm (24-36 inches) with a similar spread.
Deciduous: Yes, it sheds its leaves in the winter.
Preferred Position: Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Shape: Lovely Pink features a mounded, compact growth habit.
Hardy: Yes, it's a hardy shrub.
Diseases: Resistant to most common plant diseases.

Potentilla Lovely Pink - Uses

Uses in Garden: Ideal for borders, hedges, or as a stand-alone specimen plant due to its beautiful pink flowers and compact size.

Potentilla Lovely Pink - Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Enjoys full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Frost Hardy: Yes, it's frost-hardy once established.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast-growing.
Pruning Advice: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

Potentilla Lovely Pink - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time:

Best planted in spring or early autumn.
Trench Preparation:

Dig a trench approximately twice the size of the root ball.
Incorporate organic matter into the soil for improved drainage and fertility.
Positioning of Plants:

Space your Potentilla Lovely Pink shrubs at least 60-75 cm (24-30 inches) apart to allow for their mature size.
Pruning:

In late winter or early spring, prune back the shrub to shape it and remove any dead or damaged branches.

Facts About Potentilla Lovely Pink:

Potentilla Lovely Pink is renowned for its profusion of small, pink, rose-like flowers that bloom from late spring to early autumn.
This shrub is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.
Its vibrant pink blooms attract pollinators like butterflies and bees to your garden.
Potentilla Lovely Pink adds a pop of color and charm to any outdoor space, making it a delightful addition to your landscape.