Potentilla - Snowbird

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Potentilla - Snowbird

It can be used as a foundation plant, in the perennial border, in mass planting, as a low hedge and even as a specimen. It has dark green, glossy foliage and approximately 80% of the white flowers are double with two rows of petals. This fast grower reaches 2-3 feet in height and width. It requires little, if no care once established. Very attractive plant for butterflies and likes full sun or partial shade and somewhat regular watering. Plant in full sun or semi shade. You can plant it with the assurance that it will live. It is compact and free flowering. Due to its neutral colour, will contrast well with most other shrubs and plants. Snowbird forms an upright compact shape at maturity. Snowbird Potentilla, Potentilla fruticosa 'Snowbird', is an attractive selection from Canada. ... more info

 

Weigela - Red It grows best in full sun to partial sun. Prefers well-drained soil. Prune older branches after they finish blooming. Foliage is deep, purple-tinted green and forms a compact mound, reaching 6' when mature. It is a full sized plant with good hardiness. The Red Weigela, Weigela Vaniceki, is a deciduous shrub with dark red flowers.

Potentilla - Snowbird