Water
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Also known as Norwegian Cinquefoil · Ternate-Leaf Cinquefoil · Ternate-Leaved Cinquefoil
Rough cinquefoil (Potentilla norvegica) is a sprawling annual or biennial herb with yellow flowers, often found in disturbed soils and open habitats.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained.
Loam, Sand, Clay, Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
50% intensity
Hardy
50% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, thrives in moderate climates.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize lightly in spring, if at all.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Prune in late winter or early spring to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems. This encourages vigorous new growth and maintains a tidy appearance. Deadheading spent flowers can also promote further blooming.
Propagate by seed sown in spring or autumn. Divisions of established clumps can also be made in early spring or autumn. Softwood cuttings can be taken in late spring or early summer.
Repot young plants annually or biennially in spring into slightly larger containers. Mature plants may only need repotting every 2-3 years. Ensure the new pot has good drainage.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Photos of Rough Cinquefoil (Potentilla norvegica)
Where Rough Cinquefoil (Potentilla norvegica) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Potentilla |
| Species | Potentilla norvegica |
Similar in genus Potentilla
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