Potentilla nitida

Potentilla nitida

Native to:
Austria | France | Italy | NW. Balkan Pen.

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Rosaceae
Genus:
Potentilla
Species:
Potentilla nitida

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Subshrub
Height:
15 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
white, pink
Ground Cover:
Yes

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification; surface sow on well-drained medium.

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