Potentilla Frut. Abbotswood 3 Litre Pot

Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood' – Abbotswood Shrubby Cinquefoil

Compact, Hardy Shrub with Masses of Pure White Flowers

Potentilla fruticosa 'Abbotswood' is a compact, deciduous shrub prized for its long flowering season and crisp white blooms. This hardy and low-maintenance plant is ideal for sunny borders, rockeries, and informal hedging, bringing brightness and pollinator-friendly blooms from late spring into autumn.

Why You’ll Love It

• Covered in masses of pure white flowers from late spring to early autumn

• Compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, low hedges, or containers

• Incredibly hardy and drought-tolerant once established

• Easy to care for and tolerant of poor soils

• Loved by bees and other pollinators

Seasonal Interest

Spring

• Fresh green foliage begins to emerge

• Early buds appear, hinting at the floral display to come

Summer

• Produces a profusion of clean white, five-petalled flowers

• Foliage stays fresh and compact throughout the season

Autumn

• Blooms continue well into early autumn

• Leaves may take on subtle yellow tones before falling

Winter

• Deciduous – loses leaves but maintains a neat twiggy structure

• Excellent companion to evergreens or winter-interest shrubs

Plant Details

• Height & Spread: 60–80 cm

• Flowers: Bright white with a soft yellow center

• Foliage: Small, divided leaves in a soft, mid-green

• Form: Compact, rounded mound

• Growth: Slow to moderate, with excellent natural shape

Where to Plant

• Sunny borders and front-of-bed plantings – ideal for adding long-lasting colour

• Rock gardens and gravel beds – thrives in well-drained soil

• Containers and patio pots – compact habit suits small spaces

• Informal low hedges and edging – great for defining paths or beds

Growing Tips

• Light: Prefers full sun but will tolerate light shade

• Soil: Well-drained, even poor or sandy soils

• Hardiness: Fully hardy throughout the UK and most temperate climates

• Care: Very low maintenance – prune in early spring to keep compact and promote flowering

Great Companions

• Drought-Tolerant Perennials: Lavender, Salvia, Nepeta

• Compact Shrubs: Spiraea, Hebe, or dwarf Buddleja

• Grasses: Pair with Festuca or Stipa for a naturalistic look

• Evergreens: Contrast with small conifers or Euonymus for year-round structure

Potentilla 'Abbotswood' is a fantastic choice for adding brightness, pollinator interest, and low-maintenance beauty to sunny spots in the garden. Whether planted in groups or as a single specimen, it delivers months of cheerful blooms with minimal effort.

Potentilla Frut. Abbotswood 3 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing White Deciduous

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.