Potentilla is a genus of about 500 species of flowering plants in the rose family, rosaceae. they are collectively known as cinquefoils in europe and as potentillas in north america. most potentilla species are herbaceous perennials, but a few are shrubs, and some (particularly in asia) are annuals.
Related plant:
Potentilla Fruticosa Abbotswood
About soil condition, potentilla like a relatively dry and well-drained soil, and full sun to partial shade. It is not fussy about soil type, but it will not tolerate a wet location. If the soil is too rich, the plants will become rank and leggy.
Like the other plants, the Potentilla needs sunlight to grow. It is best to plant your Potentilla in an area that gets six to eight hours of sunlight each day. If you are growing your Potentilla indoors, put it near a south-facing window.
The temperature condition of the (potentilla) is important to consider when growing this plant. The ideal temperature for (potentilla) growth is between 60-70 degrees Fahrenheit. (Potentilla) can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but growth may be stunted if the temperature gets too hot or too cold. If you are growing (potentilla) in an area with extreme temperatures, it is important to take steps to protect the plant from the extreme conditions.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is one hundred percent. The leaves will be pointy and the flowers will be a deep yellow color. The plant will be about two feet tall and will be very bushy. If the humidity is not at one hundred percent, the leaves will be droopy and the flowers will be a light yellow color. The plant will be about one foot tall and will be very scraggly.
Regarding fertilizer, usually the plant does not need much. In fact, too much fertilizer can actually harm the plant. A light feeding in the spring is all that is needed. As for the roots, they are relatively easy to care for. Just make sure that the plant is not sitting in water.
Pruning is an important part of caring for a potentilla plant. By pruning, you can control the shape and size of the plant, as well as encourage more flowering. The best time to prune a potentilla is in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins.
Propagation is best done in spring, by taking root cuttings of fresh, young growth. Cuttings should be taken from new growth that is just beginning to harden off, and they should be about 4-6 inches (10-15 cm) long. Place the cuttings in moistened potting mix, and keep them moist but not wet. They should root within 4-6 weeks.
Usually, the plant growth rate is between 1 and 2 feet per year, depending on the species. This makes them one of the slower growing shrubs. However, some species of potentilla can grow up to 3 feet per year.
Common problems for this kind of plant plants are spider mites, aphids, and whiteflies. These pests are all common in gardens and can be controlled with the proper insecticide. Spider mites love to feed on the leaves of potentilla plants, and they can quickly cause the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that feed on the sap of plants. They can cause stunted growth and distorted leaves. Whiteflies are small, winged insects that congregate on the undersides of leaves. They feed on the sap of the plant and can cause the leaves to turn yellow and drop off.
Source:
Potentilla (Rutgers NJAES) - njaes.rutgers.edu
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