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Slender Cinquefoil

Slender Cinquefoil

Potentilla gracilis

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Slender Cinquefoil (Potentilla gracilis) is a rugged native wildflower that brings cheerful sprays of bright yellow blooms to the garden all summer long. With its fine, divided leaves and upright clusters of blossoms, it adds a sunny burst of color to meadows, pollinator gardens, and naturalized plantings. Its long blooming season makes it especially valuable for supporting bees and butterflies throughout the warmest months.

Adapted to the dry slopes and high meadows of the West, Slender Cinquefoil thrives where other plants may falter. Once established, it requires little supplemental water, stands up to deer browsing, and remains remarkably tough through a variety of soils and exposures. For gardeners seeking a resilient, mountain-native perennial with both beauty and ecological value, Slender Cinquefoil is a dependable and rewarding choice.

Plant Profile

Scientific name: Potentilla gracilis

Duration: Perennial

Native region: Wasatch Mountains, Wasatch Front Valley, and Southern Utah

Native elevation: 4000-10500 ft

Water requirement: Low - Medium

Drought tolerance: Medium-High

Light requirement: Full sun and Partial shade

Shade tolerance: Low

Mature size: 18-24" H by 18-24" W

Bloom time: June - September

Flower color: Yellow

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