Botanical profile

Potentilla fruticosa 'Bella Bianca'

Latin name
Potentilla fruticosa 'Bella Bianca'
Common name
Shrubby cinquefoil 'Bella Bianca'
Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Potentilla fruticosa 'Bella Bianca', commonly known as ‘Bella Bianca’ shrubby cinquefoil, is a compact deciduous shrub prized for its abundant flowering and luminous color. This variety forms a small, dense, rounded bush that fits perfectly in borders, rockeries, sunny flower beds, and low-maintenance landscaping. From early summer to early autumn, the shrub produces a multitude of bright pure white flowers that light up the garden for several months. This prolonged flowering attracts pollinators and adds a fresh and elegant touch to beds. Its fine grayish-green foliage creates a light and delicate texture that beautifully highlights the flowers. Very hardy and easy to grow, this potentilla adapts well to ordinary well-drained soils, tolerates drought once established, and is very resistant to cold climates.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, tolerates drought well once established
Fertilization
Light compost in spring, undemanding
Soil type
Ordinary to poor, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Pure white
Fruiting
Small, not very ornamental dried fruits
Foliage color
Grayish green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Compact, rounded shrub
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
2 ft (60 cm)
Width
90 cm (3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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