If you’re striving for a classic garden look that also attracts bees and other pollinators, roses are an excellent choice.
If you need some alternatives to hydrangeas, we have suggestions! Maybe you already have a bunch or maybe the deer love them too.
we’re sharing answers to the five most commonly asked questions we get about hydrangeas in the summer to help you get back to just enjoying the view.
A very cold-hardy native plant, Potentilla is a durable, low-maintenance choice for landscapes. It will tolerate poor soils and clay soils, and has good rabbit-resistance. Established plants will tolerate some drought. Happy Face® Yellow has exceptionally large, clear yellow flowers that bloom from spring until late summer. Its dense habit and dark green foliage is very appealing.
| Dimensions | 2 × 2 ft |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | <i>Dasiphora fruticosa</i> 'Lundy' PP#22,176, CBR#4912 (formerly known as <i>Potentilla fruticosa</i>) |
| Zone | 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Height | 2-3' |
| Width/Spread | 2-3' |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Soil | Moist |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Uses | Borders, Containers, Hedges, Specimen |
| Features | Alkaline soil, Attracts pollinators, Clay soil, Deer resistant, Drought tolerant, Native, Reblooming, Salt tolerant |
Prune out about a third of the branches in late winter to keep the habit full and attractive.
