Bluff Cinquefoil (Potentilla Arenosa) is a perennial herb in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 1-5. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Potentilla arenosa is a small perennial herb known as Bluff Cinquefoil, native to arctic and subarctic regions, characterized by yellow five-petaled flowers and deeply toothed leaves.

Bluff Cinquefoil

Bluff Cinquefoil

Potentilla Arenosa

Potentilla arenosa is a small perennial herb known as Bluff Cinquefoil, native to arctic and subarctic regions, characterized by yellow five-petaled flowers and deeply toothed leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
1-5

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Bluff Cinquefoil

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Bluff Cinquefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Potentilla