Potentilla fruticosa Goldfinger
A popular compact deciduous shrub offering months of large golden-yellow flowers, bringing reliable summer colour to gardens with minimal care required.
Seasonal Highlights
Produces an abundance of large bright golden-yellow flowers from late spring continuously through to the first frosts. One of the best Potentilla varieties for flower size and impact.
Key Features
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Large flowers up to 4cm across
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Exceptionally long flowering period late spring to autumn
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Compact, neat habit for easy placement
- Very hardy and low maintenance
Perfect For
Mixed borders, cottage gardens, low hedging, rock gardens, and containers. Excellent for exposed sites, coastal gardens, and areas with poor soil. Ideal for adding continuous colour with minimal effort.
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun in any well-drained soil. Tolerates poor soils, exposed positions, and drought once established. Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape. Deadheading not essential but encourages more flowers.
Looks Great With
Combine with Lavender, Caryopteris, hardy Geraniums, Nepeta, and ornamental grasses. Pairs beautifully with blue and purple flowers for classic cottage garden combinations.
A tough, reliable shrub that delivers exceptional flower power throughout summer.