500 Seeds Prairie Cinquefoil Potentilla arguta Native Wildflower
Prairie Cinquefoil is a native perennial wildflower valued for its bright, creamy-white blooms and clump-forming habit. It brings a natural, meadow-like feel to gardens and supports pollinators, blooming through the summer atop upright stems. Its understated elegance makes it a fine choice for native plantings and informal borders.
This perennial works well in wildflower meadows, prairie restorations, and low-maintenance borders, where its flowers add texture and seasonal color. The blooms are primarily ornamental, and the plant's upright stems and soft green foliage offer a pleasing contrast to grasses and other perennials. It grows steadily from seed and establishes a lasting presence when given a suitable site.
Species: Potentilla arguta
Type: Perennial wildflower
Plant_Habit: Upright clump-forming
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average to dry
Zones: 3-8
Germination: Cold stratification recommended; surface sow and keep moist
Sowing: Sow in fall or cold-stratify before spring sowing
Spacing: 12-18 inches
Notes: Deadhead to prolong bloom; drought tolerant once established