Mountain Cinquefoil (Potentilla Montana) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with moderate 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 montana is a highly branched shrub with reddish-brown stems and narrowly lanceolate pinnate leaves. It produces yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens.

Mountain Cinquefoil

Mountain Cinquefoil

Potentilla Montana

Potentilla montana is a highly branched shrub with reddish-brown stems and narrowly lanceolate pinnate leaves. It produces yellow flowers with five petals and numerous stamens.

Quick Facts

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

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, pollinator attraction

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Cinquefoil

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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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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Potentilla