Botanical profile

Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango'

Latin name
Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango'
Common name
Shrubby cinquefoil 'Mango Tango'
Type
Shrub
Family
Rosaceae

Potentilla fruticosa 'Mango Tango', known as 'Mango Tango' shrubby cinquefoil, is a compact deciduous shrub recognized for its warm and bright-colored blooms. This variety forms a small, dense, and rounded bush that fits perfectly into borders, rockeries, and sunny flower beds. From early summer until early autumn, the shrub is covered in a multitude of vibrant mango-orange flowers, often enhanced by a darker reddish-orange center that accentuates the contrast and depth of the color. These lively blooms attract pollinators and add a tropical and warm touch to landscape designs for several months. Its fine grayish-green foliage creates a light texture that beautifully highlights the flowers. Very hardy and easy to cultivate, this potentilla tolerates ordinary soils, drought once established, and urban conditions.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Summer
Flower color
Orange
Fruiting
Small achenes of no ornamental interest
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Dense compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
60 cm (24 in)
Width
90 cm (35 in)
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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