Potentilla fruticosa ‘Solarissima’ – Long-Flowering Yellow Beauty
Description
Potentilla fruticosa ‘Solarissima’ is a compact, deciduous shrub prized for its abundant, bright yellow flowers that bloom from late spring through early autumn. Its tidy, bushy habit makes it suitable for borders, rockeries, and mixed shrub plantings, providing long-lasting colour.
The small, green leaves remain neat throughout the growing season, and the plant’s hardy nature makes it reliable in a range of garden conditions. Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established, ‘Solarissima’ is perfect for both formal and informal planting schemes.
Size & Growth
Grows 0.6–0.8 m tall and wide, forming a dense, rounded shrub.
Growing Conditions
Thrives in full sun, in well-drained soil. Tolerates a variety of soil types and is hardy in most temperate climates.
Why Choose Potentilla fruticosa ‘Solarissima’?
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Long-Flowering – Bright yellow blooms from late spring to early autumn.
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Compact & Bushy – Ideal for borders, rockeries, or mixed plantings.
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Hardy & Reliable – Low-maintenance and adaptable to most soils.
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Wildlife-Friendly – Flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Planting & Care Guide
Position: Full sun for maximum flowering.
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates a range of conditions.
Watering: Water during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature.
Feeding: Light fertiliser in spring if soil is poor.
Pruning: Light pruning after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushiness.
Design & Planting Ideas
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Plant in groups or drifts for long-lasting colour in borders.
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Combine with low-growing evergreens or perennials for layered planting.
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Ideal for rockeries, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly gardens.
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Perfect for low-maintenance or mixed shrub borders.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.