Product specifications and features

Product Description

Potentilla

Potentilla - Spring Planting Bare Root Flowering Shrub by Jamieson Brothers
We’ve worked with our suppliers to bring you high-quality bare root Potentilla shrubs for spring planting, adding vibrant colour to your garden in summer.
This bare root shrub produces bright yellow flowers that attract pollinators, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. It can be grown as an informal hedge or as a free-standing flowering shrub.
Planting Guide
Bare root shrubs should be planted between March and May, provided the ground is not frozen or waterlogged.
Preparation:
After unpacking, trim any damaged roots.
Loosen the soil around the root ball and soak it in a bucket of water to rehydrate the roots.
Planting:
Use a fork to dig over the planting area, removing any large stones and weeds to give the roots space to grow.
Dig a hole approximately 30cm x 30cm.
Mix well-rotted manure or fertiliser into the base of the hole.
If desired, add Mycorrhizal Fungi to encourage faster root development.
Place the root ball in the hole, ensuring the stem base is about 5cm above soil level.
Refill the hole with soil, lightly firming it down with your foot.
Remove any extra shoots to help the plant focus energy on establishing strong roots.
Aftercare:
Water the Potentilla thoroughly after planting.
Potentilla grows well in most soil types and prefers a sunny position, though it should be sheltered from direct afternoon sun.
Ensure the soil drains well, as flowering shrubs dislike waterlogged conditions.

Specs & Details

Established spread
60-120cm
Flower colour
Yellow
Life cycle
Perennial
Habit
Bushy

Features

  • Perennial (Regrows)

  • Thrives Full Sun

  • Full Hardy

Plant Calendar

 

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Plant

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
From March To April

Harvest

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
From April To May

FAQs

Please read our FAQs page to find out more.

When can I grow Potentilla in the UK?

Grow Potentilla in spring or autumn, when the soil is moist and workable. It is an easy shrub for sunny borders and low-maintenance planting.

Where is the best place to grow Potentilla?

Potentilla flowers best in full sun and well-drained soil. It tolerates poorer ground better than many flowering shrubs and suits exposed or coastal gardens.

Why has my Potentilla not flowered well?

Too much shade, very rich soil or old congested growth can reduce flowering. Give it more sun and prune it in spring to encourage fresh flowering shoots.

When should I prune Potentilla?

Prune in early spring, cutting back old growth to maintain a neat shape. It flowers on the new growth made during the season.

Can I grow Potentilla in a pot?

Yes. Choose a large pot with drainage holes, use free-draining compost and place it in full sun.

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