Bigflower Cinquefoil Seeds – Hardy Perennial Blooms

Bigflower Cinquefoil Seeds grow into a hardy perennial plant known for its cheerful, bright yellow flowers and rich green foliage. Native to cooler temperate regions, this plant adds a touch of charm to borders, meadows, and rock gardens. The Bigflower Cinquefoil blooms throughout summer, offering long-lasting color and attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Its compact and clumping growth habit makes it an excellent choice for naturalized plantings and low-maintenance landscapes.

With high tolerance to cold and adaptability to various soil types, this plant thrives in gardens that receive full sun and moderate moisture. It’s an ideal addition for gardeners seeking a durable and dependable perennial that delivers vibrant color year after year.

Features:

• Type: Perennial flowering plant

• Common Name (US): Bigflower Cinquefoil

• Scientific Name: Potentilla megalantha

• Flower Color: Bright yellow

• Plant Height: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)

• Growth Habit: Clumping and spreading

• Foliage: Deep green, divided leaves

• Bloom Time: Late spring through summer

• Soil Type: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil

• Sunlight: Prefers full sun, tolerates light shade

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering

• Special Features: Cold-hardy, drought-tolerant once established, pollinator-friendly

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Spring or early fall

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–8

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors after last frost or start indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting

• Germination Time: 14–28 days

• Germination Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)

• Mature Plant Height: Up to 2 feet (60 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Zones 3–5: May to August

  • Zones 6–7: April to September

  • Zones 8: March to October

• Maintenance: Low; remove spent flowers to promote continuous blooming

• Uses: Ideal for borders, rock gardens, meadows, pollinator gardens, and naturalized areas