Trees and shrubs

Shrubby cinquefoil 'Red Robin'

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Hardiness Zone 2

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Family Rosaceae

Potentilla fruticosa ‘Red Robin’, known as shrubby cinquefoil ‘Red Robin’, is a deciduous ornamental shrub with a compact, rounded habit, prized for its prolonged, vibrant red blooming. From early summer until the first frosts, it is covered in a multitude of bright orange-red flowers that contrast beautifully with its finely cut green foliage. Very hardy and tolerant, it easily adapts to northern climates and poorer soils, provided they are well-drained. Potentilla fruticosa ‘Red Robin’ prefers full sun exposure to maximize the intensity of its color and the abundance of its flowering. Ideal for borders, mass plantings, or low hedges, it offers a reliable and durable solution to bring color and structure to residential landscaping.

Potentilla fruticosa 'Red Robin'

Soil and care

The right conditions.

Hardiness zone Zone 2
Minimum temperature '-40°C
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.

Bloom and dimensions

The complete profile.

Flower color Red
Foliage color Green
Foliage type Obsolete
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom period
Summer
Fruiting
Small achenes without ornamental interest
Maximum height 90 cm (35 in)
Maximum width 1 m (3 ft)

Its strengths, naturally.

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