{"title":"Potentillas","description":"\u003cp\u003ePotentillas (Cinquefoil) — bulletproof low shrubs that bloom non-stop from late spring through fall. Goldfinger, Mango Tango, Dakota Sunspot, Bella Bellissima.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"pink-beauty-potentilla","title":"Pink Beauty Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eOne of the Toughest, Longest-Blooming Pink Shrubs for Minnesota\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Beauty') is a hard-working little shrub that flowers nonstop from early summer to frost with cheerful semi-double pink blooms. It's about as cold-hardy and carefree as a flowering shrub gets — reliable to USDA zone 2, drought-tolerant once established, and happy in tough sites where fussier plants fail. Whether you want a long-blooming edge in a Maple Grove bed, a low pink hedge along an Edina walk, or a no-fuss filler for a hot Woodbury spot, Pink Beauty just keeps blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetail\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Pink Beauty'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCommon Names\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla, Shrubby Cinquefoil, Bush Cinquefoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMature Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun (6+ hrs) for the most flowers; tolerates light shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate. Quite drought-tolerant once established.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSDA Zones\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a) — extremely cold-hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery adaptable — tolerates Minnesota clay-loam, dry, rocky, and a wide pH range. Prefers well-drained ground.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFoliage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeciduous — fine-textured green leaves on a tidy mound\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSemi-double pink flowers continuously from early summer to frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable to USDA zone 2 — among the hardiest flowering shrubs available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGood — potentilla is rarely browsed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNative Status\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShrubby cinquefoil (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is native to Minnesota and the northern hemisphere; 'Pink Beauty' is a selected pink-flowered cultivar\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla Uses in Minnesota Landscapes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLong-Blooming Edge or Filler\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFew shrubs bloom as long as potentilla. At 2–3 feet, Pink Beauty fits the front of a border, a foundation bed, or between larger shrubs, adding months of pink color with almost no care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTough-Site Problem Solver\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and unfazed by clay, heat, cold, or poor soil, it's a go-to for hot, dry, or hard sites — boulevards, parking strips, and exposed beds where you want reliable color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLow Hedge or Mass Planting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts tidy mound makes a low informal hedge or a sweep of pink in a mass planting. Space plants about 2.5 feet apart for a continuous run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant Pink Beauty Potentilla in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in \u003cstrong\u003espring (late April–May, after the ground thaws)\u003c\/strong\u003e for a full season of root establishment, or in \u003cstrong\u003eearly fall (late August–early October)\u003c\/strong\u003e while the soil is still warm. Get it in the ground at least six weeks before the ground freezes. Avoid mid-summer heat and never plant after mid-October or before spring thaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Pink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a full-sun spot for the most flowers — it's not picky about much else.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep, so the crown sits at or slightly above grade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoosen heavy clay and mix in some compost; ensure decent drainage, but potentilla tolerates lean soil well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSet the plant, backfill, firm gently, and water in thoroughly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants about 2.5 feet apart for a hedge or grouping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulch 2–3 inches with shredded bark, kept off the stems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Pink Beauty Potentilla in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst Year Watering Schedule\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeeks 1–2: water deeply every 2–3 days. Month 1–2: about twice a week. Month 3–6: roughly weekly during active growth, less once established — it's drought-tolerant. \u003cstrong\u003eStop watering 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes\u003c\/strong\u003e — usually late October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAfter Year One\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn established Pink Beauty rarely needs supplemental water except during prolonged drought. It's one of the most self-sufficient shrubs you can plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill Pink Beauty Potentilla survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — without question. Rated to USDA zone 2, it's among the very hardiest flowering shrubs and thrives anywhere in the Twin Cities with no winter protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e A remarkably long time — from early summer right up to frost, often the longest-blooming shrub in the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it native to Minnesota?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — shrubby cinquefoil (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e) is a Minnesota native found across the northern hemisphere. 'Pink Beauty' is a selected pink-flowered form of this tough native.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer-resistant and drought-tolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes to both — deer rarely touch it, and once established it shrugs off dry spells, making it ideal for low-water and hard-to-reach spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a light shear or cut back by about a third in early spring to keep it dense and floriferous; older plants benefit from a harder rejuvenation cut every few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese White Spirea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact, easy white-flowered shrub for the same sunny edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePink Dynamo Hydrangea\u003c\/strong\u003e — a compact hydrangea with white-to-pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer Wine Ninebark\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, dark-leaved native-derived shrub.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMad Magenta Dianthus\u003c\/strong\u003e — a low perennial with vivid flowers for the bed's edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmooth Sumac\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough native shrub with brilliant red fall color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54230599631153,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/Pink_Beauty_Potentilla_2.jpg?v=1779074419"},{"product_id":"bella-bellissima-potentilla","title":"Bella Bellissima Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Rare Pink-Flowered Potentilla, Tough and Long-Blooming\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBella Bellissima Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Bella Bellissima') offers something unusual — warm pink flowers on the famously tough, hardy potentilla, blooming from early summer until frost on a compact mound. The pink color is richest in cooler weather. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a pretty, dependable choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBella Bellissima Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Bella Bellissima'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade (pink color holds best with some afternoon shade)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm pink, richest in cool weather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and unusual pink color suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Bella Bellissima Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart. A little afternoon shade keeps the pink color from fading in summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Bella Bellissima Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why does the pink fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePink potentillas color best in cool weather; in the heat of midsummer the flowers can pale. A bit of afternoon shade helps hold the color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarmalade Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm orange-yellow potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A classic white-flowered potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Bella Bellissima Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or border edging, space plants about 2½ feet apart so the mounds knit together:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (2.5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a mixed bed, plant in groups of 3–5 at the same spacing for a drift of pink that blooms all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBella Bellissima Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh ferny gray-green foliage emerges early; a light shear now sets up a dense, flower-covered mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm pink blooms begin in June and keep coming nonstop — richest in June and again when nights cool, paler in peak heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the last shrubs still flowering, often carrying pink right up to hard frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low twiggy mound with light tan exfoliating stems — unbothered by even a zone-2 cold snap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/marmalade-potentilla\"\u003eMarmalade Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — warm orange-yellow blooms beside the pink for a sunset-toned border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abbotswood-potentilla\"\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — crisp white flowers that make the pink read brighter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — a sister pink for massing a longer drift in the same tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnus-coneflower\"\u003eMagnus Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e — rosy-purple summer blooms that feed the same bees in the same lean, sunny soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Bella Bellissima Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for the tough spots — sunny boulevards, hot foundation strips, lean or clay soil — where it blooms from June to frost with nothing more than a spring shear, and deer leave it alone. It's not a fit for shady beds (bloom fades fast below about 5 hours of sun), and if you want the pink at its deepest all summer, expect it to soften during July heat waves even in an ideal spot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312997257521,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/bella-bellissima-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727882"},{"product_id":"abbotswood-potentilla","title":"Abbotswood Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eThe Classic Tough Shrub With Pure White Summer Flowers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Abbotswood') is a long-time favorite white potentilla, with crisp, pure-white flowers covering a compact mound of blue-green foliage from early summer until frost. Its clean white blooms blend with any color scheme. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a reliable, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 3–4 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePure white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long white bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Abbotswood Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Abbotswood Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom early summer until frost — one of the longest-flowering shrubs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Another creamy-white potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Abbotswood Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or border edge, space Abbotswood 3 feet on center — its 3–4 ft mature spread knits the row closed while staying dense:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (3 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13–14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a foundation grouping, plant in odd-numbered groups of 3–5 at the same 3 ft spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine blue-green foliage leafs out in May; a light shear now keeps the mound tight and loaded with flower buds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main event — crisp pure-white, single roses-of-the-prairie flowers blanket the shrub from June onward, feeding bees all season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom keeps going right up to frost, often into October, as the foliage takes on soft yellow tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low, twiggy dome that shrugs off -40°F; the fine stems catch snow and need no protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Salt-Tolerant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mckays-white-potentilla\"\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — a creamy-white sibling for a tonal white border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — soft pink blooms on the same tough, compact frame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnus-coneflower\"\u003eMagnus Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e — purple native daisies that echo its long bloom and feed the same pollinators.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — vertical wheat-gold plumes behind the low white mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Abbotswood Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick Abbotswood for a hot, sunny, lean spot — boulevard strips, south foundations, dry slopes — where you want months of white bloom with zero fuss and no deer damage. It tolerates clay and road salt and asks only for 6+ hours of sun. Not a fit if your site is shady or stays soggy: bloom thins dramatically in shade, and wet feet shorten its life.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312997749041,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/abbotswood-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727883"},{"product_id":"cheesehead-potentilla","title":"Cheesehead Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub With Cheery Bright-Yellow Flowers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheesehead Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Cheesehead') is a fun, dependable yellow potentilla that blooms cheerful bright-yellow flowers from early summer until frost on a compact, mounded shrub. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it shrugs off heat, poor soil, and tough sites while feeding bees. A bright, carefree, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheesehead Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Cheesehead'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Cheesehead Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Cheesehead Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom early summer until frost — one of the longest-flowering shrubs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-flowered bright-yellow potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Cheesehead Potentillas Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a continuous low hedge, border edge, or mass planting, space Cheesehead about 2–2.5 feet apart — its 2–3 foot mounded spread knits together fast:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRun Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlants Needed (2–2.5 ft spacing)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4–5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8–10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 feet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–15\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a mixed bed, plant in groups of 3–5 at 2.5 feet apart for a solid pool of yellow that blooms all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCheesehead Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-textured green foliage leafs out early; give it the light annual shear now to keep the mound dense before buds set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Covered in cheerful bright-yellow blooms from June onward, with bees working the flowers continuously — heat and drought barely slow it down.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keeps flowering right up to frost, one of the last shrubs in the yard still in bloom in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Goes dormant to a tidy twiggy mound; rated to zone 2, it laughs at –40°F with no protection whatsoever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/goldfinger-potentilla\"\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — a larger-flowered yellow potentilla to vary texture in a long mass planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magnus-coneflower\"\u003eMagnus Coneflower\u003c\/a\u003e — purple-pink native blooms that make the yellow pop and double the pollinator draw.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-star-juniper\"\u003eBlue Star Juniper\u003c\/a\u003e — steel-blue evergreen texture beside the soft green mound, sharing the same dry sunny conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — upright vertical wheat-gold plumes behind the low yellow mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Cheesehead Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheesehead thrives in full sun on almost any soil — clay, sand, lean boulevard strips, hot dry corners — and stays a tidy 2–3 feet with nothing more than a spring shear, even where deer browse. It's not a fit for shady or soggy spots — bloom thins out badly below about 6 hours of sun, and wet feet invite root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312998011185,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/cheesehead-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"dakota-sunspot-potentilla","title":"Dakota Sunspot Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub With Deep Golden Summer Flowers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDakota Sunspot Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Dakota Sunspot') glows with rich, deep golden-yellow flowers from early summer until frost on a compact, mounded shrub with fine green foliage. Bred for the northern plains, it's extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, thriving in heat, poor soil, and tough sites while feeding bees. A bright, dependable, long-blooming choice for sunny borders and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDakota Sunspot Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Dakota Sunspot'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeep golden-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Dakota Sunspot Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Dakota Sunspot Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom early summer until frost — one of the longest-flowering shrubs available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — bred for the northern plains and reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A large-flowered bright-yellow potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Dakota Sunspot Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or border front, space Dakota Sunspot about 2.5 feet apart — it matures just 2–3 feet wide, so plants knit together into a continuous golden ribbon:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (2.5 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an accent, plant in groups of 3–5 spaced 2.5 feet apart at a border front or along a sunny walkway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDakota Sunspot Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine green foliage leafs out; give it a light shear now to keep the mound dense before flower buds set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep golden-yellow flowers open in early summer and just keep coming, drawing bees nonstop through the hottest, driest weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom continues right up to frost — one of the last shrubs in the yard still flowering in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drops its leaves to a fine-twigged tan mound; hardy well below -40°F, so no protection is ever needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/goldfinger-potentilla\"\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — its larger, brighter-yellow cousin for a mixed potentilla border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dakota-goldcharm-spirea\"\u003eDakota Goldcharm Spirea\u003c\/a\u003e — another tough northern-plains dwarf with golden foliage and pink blooms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/blue-star-juniper\"\u003eBlue Star Juniper\u003c\/a\u003e — steel-blue evergreen texture that makes the golden flowers pop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — vertical wheat-colored plumes behind the low golden mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Dakota Sunspot Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for full-sun spots with almost any soil — clay, sand, lean boulevard strips, hot driveway edges — where deer pressure is high and watering is an afterthought. Not a fit if your site is mostly shaded (bloom drops off sharply) or if you want winter presence; it's a bare twiggy mound from November to April.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312998076721,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/dakota-sunspot-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727884"},{"product_id":"goldfinger-potentilla","title":"Goldfinger Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub With Big, Bright Yellow Flowers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Goldfinger') is one of the best yellow potentillas, with unusually large, rich golden-yellow flowers covering a compact, dark-green-leaved shrub from early summer until frost. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it shrugs off heat, poor soil, and tough sites while feeding bees. A bright, dependable, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Goldfinger'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 3–4 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarge, bright golden-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Goldfinger Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Goldfinger Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom early summer until frost, with some of the largest flowers of any potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDakota Sunspot Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deep golden-yellow potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A blue, deer-resistant partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Goldfinger Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low flowering hedge or foundation row, space Goldfinger 3 feet on center — the body's own spacing for its 3–4 ft mature width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRow Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed (3 ft spacing)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13–14\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a mixed border, plant groups of 3 at 3 ft spacing for a months-long block of yellow; a single fills a 4-ft circle on a boulevard or bed corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine, ferny dark-green foliage leafs out early — give it a light shear now and it builds a dense mound for the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The main event — unusually large golden-yellow flowers cover the shrub from early summer onward, feeding bees continuously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom keeps going right up to frost, long after most shrubs have quit; foliage takes on soft yellow tones before dropping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low, twiggy mound with peeling tan stems that shrugs off zone-4 cold with room to spare — it's hardy to zone 2.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dakota-sunspot-potentilla\"\u003eDakota Sunspot Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — the body's own pick; a deeper golden-yellow to layer with Goldfinger's bright bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — soft pink flowers on the same tough frame for a two-color potentilla row.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-mound-spirea\"\u003eGolden Mound Spirea\u003c\/a\u003e — gold foliage in front echoes Goldfinger's flowers even between bloom flushes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — the upright grass partner the body suggests for sunny, lean sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Goldfinger Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's right for hot, sunny, even poor-soil spots — boulevards, foundation strips, border fronts — where you want months of yellow bloom that deer skip and drought can't stop. It's not a fit for shade or soggy ground: with less than 6 hours of sun bloom drops off sharply, and wet feet rot the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312998306097,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/goldfinger-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"mango-tango-potentilla","title":"Mango Tango Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub With Fiery Bicolor Blooms\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMango Tango Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Mango Tango') turns up the heat with orange-and-yellow bicolor flowers that flush deeper red-orange in cooler weather, blooming from early summer until frost on a compact, mounded shrub. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a fiery, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMango Tango Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-and-yellow bicolor, deepening in cool weather\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Mango Tango Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Mango Tango Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Why do the colors change?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe orange-and-yellow bicolor flowers flush deeper and redder in cooler weather, so the look shifts through the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarmalade Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A warm orange-yellow potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A cool blue partner to contrast the fiery blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Mango Tango Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or border front, plant on 2.5-ft centers (the body's own 2–3 ft spacing for its 2–3 ft spread):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength of run\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants needed (2.5 ft apart)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a boulevard or hot corner, a drift of 3 on 2.5-ft centers keeps fiery color going from June to frost; a single works fine in a 3-ft pocket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMango Tango Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Give it a light shear before growth starts to keep the mound dense, then fine-textured green foliage leafs out quickly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e The marathon begins — orange-and-yellow bicolor blooms open in early summer and just keep coming, feeding bees all season through heat and drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cooler weather is its best look — the bicolor flush deepens to rich red-orange and bloom continues until frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low, fine-twigged dormant mound that laughs at zone 2 cold — nothing in the yard is hardier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/marmalade-potentilla\"\u003eMarmalade Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — the body's own pick: warm orange-yellow sibling for an all-summer potentilla ribbon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — soft pink counterpoint that cools the fiery bicolor without adding work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — the upright grass the body's tough-site recipe calls for behind the mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/magic-carpet-spirea\"\u003eMagic Carpet Spirea\u003c\/a\u003e — gold-foliage, hot-pink low spirea that matches the heat and the toughness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Mango Tango Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the shrub for the spot nothing else likes — hot, dry, lean soil, boulevard salt-spray edges, full sun, heavy deer pressure — and it pays you back with bicolor bloom from early summer to frost on a tidy 2–3 ft mound. It's not a fit for shade or wet ground: bloom drops off sharply without 6+ hours of sun, and soggy soil is the one thing that kills a potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54312998404401,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/mango-tango-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727885"},{"product_id":"mckays-white-potentilla","title":"McKay's White Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub With Creamy-White Summer Flowers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'McKay's White') brings soft, creamy-white flowers to the bulletproof potentilla, blooming from early summer until frost on a compact, mounded shrub. Its clean white color blends with any scheme. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it's a reliable, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'McKay's White'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCreamy white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom suit foundations, low hedges, and border fronts. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant McKay's White Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering McKay's White Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom early summer until frost — one of the longest-flowering shrubs you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e Another clean white-flowered potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many McKay's White Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or border edging, space plants about 2.5 feet apart (mature width is 2–3 feet):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRun Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants Needed\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a hot boulevard strip or at a mailbox, a staggered drift of 3 at 2.5-foot spacing reads as one long-blooming white mound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leafs out with small, fine-textured green foliage — potentilla wakes a bit late, so don't worry in April. Give it a light shear now to keep the mound dense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creamy-white flowers open in early summer and just keep coming, feeding bees through the hottest, driest weeks without extra water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom continues right up to frost — often the last shrub in the yard still flowering in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drops its leaves to a fine twiggy mound that shrugs off cold to zone 2 — no protection, no winterkill worries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/abbotswood-potentilla\"\u003eAbbotswood Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — a fellow white-flowered potentilla for doubling down on the clean, cool look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mango-tango-potentilla\"\u003eMango Tango Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — orange-red blooms that pop against McKay's white in the same tough, sunny bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — soft pink flowers on the same bulletproof frame for a pastel mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/karl-foerster-feather-reed-grass\"\u003eKarl Foerster Feather Reed Grass\u003c\/a\u003e — upright golden plumes behind the low white mounds, equally drought-tough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs McKay's White Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a hot, sunny, lean spot — a boulevard, a south foundation, a bed the hose never reaches — this shrub will bloom there from June to frost while deer walk past it. It's not a fit for shade or soggy ground, and like all potentillas it looks like plain brown twigs all winter, so give it summer-blooming neighbors rather than a marquee front-entry spot.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54313003974961,"sku":null,"price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/mckays-white-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727883"},{"product_id":"marmalade-potentilla","title":"Marmalade Potentilla","description":"\u003ch1\u003eA Tough Little Shrub That Blooms Orange-Yellow All Summer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMarmalade Potentilla (\u003cem\u003ePotentilla fruticosa\u003c\/em\u003e 'Marmalade') is a compact, bulletproof shrub that pumps out warm orange-yellow flowers from early summer until frost with almost no care. Extremely cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, it shrugs off heat, poor soil, and tough conditions while feeding bees and butterflies. A reliable, long-blooming choice for sunny borders, foundations, and boulevards in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMarmalade Potentilla Plant Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"mce-item-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotentilla fruticosa 'Marmalade'\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3 ft. tall, 2–3 ft. wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to light part shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEarly summer until frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Color\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrange-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdaptable — tolerates clay, poor soil, and dry sites\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Hardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReliable well below -40°F — exceptionally hardy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRarely browsed by deer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLandscape Uses in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLong-blooming foundation shrub:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its compact size and months-long bloom make it ideal for foundations, low hedges, and the front of borders. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTough sites and pollinators:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot, dry, lean spots like boulevards and parking strips, and feeds bees all summer. Pair with catmint, coneflower, and grasses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBest Time to Plant in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in spring (late April–May) or early fall (late August–mid September). Very adaptable; water through establishment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Plant Marmalade Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a hole twice the root ball width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep. Space 2–3 feet apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatering Marmalade Potentilla\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst year:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water deeply every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter year one:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very drought-tolerant — water only during extended dry spells. Shear lightly in spring to keep it dense and floriferous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How long does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally long — from early summer until frost, one of the longest-flowering shrubs you can grow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasily — potentilla is one of the toughest, hardiest shrubs, reliable to zone 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is it deer-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — deer rarely browse potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ: How do I keep it looking good?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA light spring shear keeps it dense and blooming well; older plants can be cut back hard to renew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYou May Also Like\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa):\u003c\/strong\u003e A bright yellow-flowered potentilla.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCatmint (Nepeta):\u003c\/strong\u003e A deer-resistant blue partner for tough, sunny spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConeflower (Echinacea):\u003c\/strong\u003e A native pollinator companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- tt-enriched --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Many Marmalade Potentilla Do I Need?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a low hedge or foundation ribbon, plant on 2.5-ft centers (the body's own 2–3 ft spacing for its 2–3 ft spread):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength of run\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePlants needed (2.5 ft apart)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13 plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a boulevard or parking strip, repeat in drifts of 3–5 for months of color; a single plant fills a 3-ft pocket at a mailbox or walk corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMarmalade Potentilla Season-by-Season in Minnesota\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e A light shear before growth starts keeps the mound dense and floriferous; fine green foliage flushes quickly once soil warms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm orange-yellow flowers open in early summer and never quit — bees and butterflies work the blooms straight through heat and drought.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bloom continues right up until frost — one of the last shrubs in the yard still flowering in October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e A low, fine-twigged dormant mound, reliable to zone 2 — boulevard cold, wind, and snow load are non-events.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✔ Pollinator-Friendly   ✔ Deer-Resistant   ✔ Drought-Tolerant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant It With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/goldfinger-potentilla\"\u003eGoldfinger Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — the body's own pick: big bright-yellow blooms beside the marmalade orange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mango-tango-potentilla\"\u003eMango Tango Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — fiery bicolor sibling for a hot-toned potentilla ribbon that blooms in lockstep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mckays-white-potentilla\"\u003eMcKay's White Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — creamy-white cooler note to break up the warm tones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pink-beauty-potentilla\"\u003ePink Beauty Potentilla\u003c\/a\u003e — soft pink counterpart, equally tough, for a four-color all-summer border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Marmalade Potentilla Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePick Marmalade for the hot, dry, thankless spots — boulevards, parking strips, lean sandy or clay soil, full sun, deer country — where you still want flowers from June to frost on a tidy 2–3 ft mound with near-zero care. It's not a fit for shady or soggy sites: bloom thins fast below 6 hours of sun, and wet feet are the one condition potentilla won't forgive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Three Timbers Minnesota","offers":[{"title":"#2 Gallon","offer_id":54313004269873,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0986\/0694\/0465\/files\/marmalade-potentilla.jpg?v=1779727884"}],"url":"https:\/\/threetimbersmn.com\/collections\/potentillas.oembed","provider":"Three Timbers Minnesota","version":"1.0","type":"link"}