Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ – Add Vibrant Color to Your Garden

Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ is a hardy, deciduous shrub celebrated for its stunning tomato-orange flowers with warm yellow centers. Blooming generously throughout the summer, this ornamental plant brings a splash of vibrant color to gardens, landscapes, and borders. Reaching up to 3 feet tall, it thrives in USDA zones 3-7, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. This Shrubby Cinquefoil is sure to brighten any outdoor space.

This drought-tolerant shrub is exceptionally low-maintenance, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-drained, consistently moist soil. Once established, it requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its compact size makes it ideal for small gardens, container planting on patios or balconies, or for creating a visually appealing mass landscape. Consider adding this gem to your pollinator garden.

The Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ is not only beautiful but also practical. It is naturally deer-resistant, protecting your garden from unwanted visitors, and it attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies, supporting a healthy and vibrant ecosystem. This makes it a valuable addition to any environmentally conscious garden.

This well-rooted starter plant comes in a 2.5 x 3.5-inch pot and stands approximately 6-8 inches tall. To ensure its safe arrival, it is shipped dormant during the fall and winter months. Rest assured, it will re-leaf in the spring, ready to provide you with a season filled with its beautiful and unique blooms. Order your Orangeade plant today!

Key Features and Benefits:

• Hardy, deciduous shrub suitable for zones 3-7
• Striking tomato-orange blooms with yellow centers throughout summer
• Low-maintenance & drought-tolerant once established
• Grows up to 3 feet tall, perfect for gardens, borders, and landscaping
• Attracts pollinators while being deer-resistant
• Well-rooted starter plant, approx. 6-8 inches tall, ships dormant in fall/winter

FAQs:

Q: How tall does Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ grow? A: This shrub typically grows up to 3 feet tall and spreads equally wide, making it perfect for garden borders and small landscapes.

Q: When does this plant bloom? A: It produces stunning tomato-orange flowers with yellow centers throughout the summer, adding long-lasting color to your garden.

Q: What are the ideal growing conditions for this plant? A: It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained, consistently moist soil. Once established, it is drought-tolerant.

Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes! Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ is low-maintenance and requires minimal pruning or watering once mature, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and experienced gardeners.

Q: Will the plant arrive with leaves? A: No, the plant is shipped dormant in fall and winter but will releaf in spring for a beautiful growing season.

Q: How often should I water my Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ after planting? A: Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, it’s drought-tolerant and needs watering only during extended dry periods.

Q: What size pot should I use if I want to grow it in a container? A: Choose a pot that is at least 12 inches in diameter to allow for proper root growth and drainage. Ensure the container has drainage holes.

Q: Does this plant attract hummingbirds? A: While Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ primarily attracts bees and butterflies, its vibrant colors and long bloom time may occasionally attract hummingbirds as well.

Q: How much sun does the Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ need to thrive? A: This shrub thrives in full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day) but can also tolerate partial shade (4-6 hours of direct sunlight).

Q: Is the Potentilla Fruticosa ‘Orangeade’ toxic to pets? A: Potentilla Fruticosa is generally considered non-toxic to pets. However, it’s always best to prevent pets from consuming large quantities of any plant material.