Golden Cinquefoil (Potentilla Aurea) is a perennial herb in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Potentilla aurea, commonly known as golden cinquefoil, is a low-growing perennial herbaceous plant native to mountainous regions of Europe, known for its bright yellow flowers and mat-forming habit.

Golden Cinquefoil

Golden Cinquefoil

Potentilla Aurea

Potentilla aurea, commonly known as golden cinquefoil, is a low-growing perennial herbaceous plant native to mountainous regions of Europe, known for its bright yellow flowers and mat-forming habit.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, rocky, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Golden Cinquefoil

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Prune
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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.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Golden Cinquefoil
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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Potentilla