Potentilla Grace Darling Pink Deciduous Shrub 3L

Potentilla Grace Darling: Compact Pink Flowering Shrub for Borders & Coastal Gardens

Potentilla fruticosa 'Grace Darling' is a compact, deciduous shrub with pale pink blooms that appear from June to September. Its grey-green pinnate leaves and 0.9m x 0.9m mature size make it ideal for small gardens, mixed borders, and coastal planting schemes. This Potentilla is both drought-tolerant and low maintenance, thriving in well-draining soil and full sun or partial shade.

Key Features

• Height/Spread: 0.9m x 0.9m in 5-10 years
• Flowering: Pale pink with cream reverse, summer to autumn
• Foliage: Grey-green, pinnate, deciduous
• Hardiness: Hardy in UK climate
• Suitable Sites: Beds, borders, coastal areas, slopes, informal hedging
• Pot Size: Supplied in 3L pot, VAT included

Planting & Care

• Plant in well-drained soil; full sun for best flowering
• Water regularly until established
• Minimal pruning required – trim after flowering for shape
• Resistant to salt and wind – suitable for exposed sites

FAQs

• Is this pink flowering shrub good for coastal garden borders? Yes, Potentilla Grace Darling is salt-tolerant and thrives in coastal borders.
• How does this plant compare to other low maintenance garden shrubs? It needs minimal pruning, tolerates different soils, and withstands drought better than many other deciduous shrubs.
• What is the best way to plant and care for a compact Potentilla shrub? Plant in well-draining soil, full sun or part shade, water until established, and prune yearly after flowering.
• Will these pale pink blooms attract pollinators? Yes, Potentilla flowers attract bees and other pollinators during the summer months.
• Is this plant suitable for creating a small privacy hedge? With its dense habit and 0.9m mature height, it is well-suited to informal low hedging and garden screening.