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POTENTILLA fruticosa 'Tangerine'
Commonly known as Buttercup shrub, Shrubby cinquefoil
Orange
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DeciduousPinnate leaves to 4cm (1½in) long, composed of 5 or 7 narrowly oblong,grey-green leaflets
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Orange
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Height60cm (24in)
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Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Compact, bushy shrub. Produces flowers singly or in cymes of 3.
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Very hardyHardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
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Full sun
POTENTILLA fruticosa 'Tangerine'
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowBlooms over a long period from late spring to mid autumn.Pests & DiseasesTrouble free.Place of originGarden origin.Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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Flower ShapeSaucer-shaped3cm (1¼in) acrossSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Garden Location/ConditionsBorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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HardinessFully hardy
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Pruning groupPruning group 7Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that flower on previous year's growth in Spring, or current year's growth in late Summer/Autumn.
Action: Cut back flowered shoots to within 1 inch of previous year's growth.
When: Annually after flowering or in Spring if flowering on current year's growth.
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSummer
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Soil ConditionsWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Potentilla - Growing Guide
60cm (24in)
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