Overview Yellow Cinquefoil (Potentilla recta) is a charming perennial plant that brings clusters of bright yellow, five-petaled flowers to your garden. Known for its resilience and adaptability, it thrives in a variety of soil conditions and adds a cheerful, sunny touch to borders, pathways, and wildflower meadows. Perfect for gardeners seeking effortless beauty and long-lasting color.
Key Features
Produces clusters of golden-yellow, star-shaped flowers.
Drought-tolerant and easy to maintain.
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Suitable for borders, containers, and ground covers.
Non-GMO seeds for natural and safe gardening.
Specifications
Common Name: Yellow Cinquefoil
Scientific Name: Potentilla recta
Plant Type: Perennial Flowering Plant
Flower Color: Bright Yellow
Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Autumn
Height: 1224 inches
Spacing: 1012 inches apart
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Requirement: Low to Moderate
Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Soil pH: 6.07.5
Hardiness Zones: 49 (USDA)
Germination Time: 1525 days
Non-GMO / Organic: Non-GMO
Maintenance Level: Low
Special Feature: Long-blooming, drought-tolerant, and pollinator-friendly.
Planting & Growing Guide
Sow seeds directly outdoors in spring after the last frost or in early autumn.
Prepare well-drained soil in a sunny or lightly shaded location.
Scatter seeds evenly and lightly press them into the soil (do not cover deeply).
Water gently and keep the soil moist until germination.
Once seedlings are established, reduce watering and allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Deadhead faded blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
