New England Wild Flower Society

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Dasiphora floribunda 'Abbottswood'

Abbotswood shrubby-cinquefoil (Potentilla fruticosa)

Shrubby cinquefoil is a hardy, densely branching, low-growing deciduous shrub that grows very well in dry spots. It flowers profusely in summer, attracting all manner of short-tongued bees, and typically blooms yellow. 'Abbotswood' is a cultivar with a slightly blue leaf and white flowers with a yellow center. Plant on edges and borders and prune in late winter for the best appearance.

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Height: 1-3 ft
Spread: 2-3 ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-7


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Cultivar
Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry
Average
Ecoregion
Not Ecotypic in New England
Ornamental Interest
Summer Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Other Pollinators/Wildlife
Tolerance
Urban Environment
Compaction Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Deer/Rabbit Resistant
Additional Attributes
Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
Specimen
Massing
Rain Garden
Growth Habit
Compact/Clumping


North American Distribution


Abbotswood shrubby-cinquefoil - Dasiphora floribunda 'Abbottswood' from Native Plant Trust
Opiola Jerzy CC BY 2.5