Potentilla fruticosa 'Setting Sun' (Cutie Pie Pink™ cinquefoil)
Botanical Information
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Potentilla |
| Species | fruticosa |
| Cultivar | 'Setting Sun' |
| Tradmarked Name | Cutie Pie Pink™ |
| Patent Number | PP20,299 |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Shrub (deciduous) |
| Origin | From the HGTV Home Plant Collection. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2 - 5a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -35 - (-29) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - (-20) |
| Height | 90 cm |
| Spread | 90 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | June, July, August, September |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A compact shrub with pale rose-peach flowers that is notably disease-free. |
| Shape | Compact shrub. |
| Landscape | Wonderful for a border or foundation planting, or used in mass groupings. |
| Propagation | Propagate through softwood cuttings in summer. |
| Cultivation | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a moderately-rich soil (a soil that is too rich will produce more foliage and fewer flowers). |
| Pests | Virtually completely free from diseases. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Small, green leaves. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are a pale rose-peach colour and bloom from early summer to autumn. |