Potentilla palustris – Marsh Cinquefoil 1 Litre

Description

Potentilla palustris – Marsh Cinquefoil 1 Litre

Potentilla palustris, commonly known as Marsh Cinquefoil, is a stunning native marginal pond plant loved for its rich burgundy-red flowers and attractive deep green foliage. Flowering from late spring into summer, this hardy perennial brings natural colour and texture to pond edges while blending beautifully into wildlife and naturalistic planting schemes.

Perfect for shallow pond margins and bog gardens, Potentilla palustris produces elegant star-shaped flowers held above creeping stems that gradually soften the water’s edge. Its spreading habit creates excellent shelter for frogs, insects, and other pond wildlife without becoming overly invasive, making it ideal for both small and larger ponds.

A favourite for wildlife-friendly gardens, the nectar-rich blooms of the marsh cinquefoil attract bees, hoverflies, and pollinating insects throughout the warmer months. The foliage also provides useful cover around the pond edge, helping create a more balanced and natural aquatic environment.

This fully hardy British native thrives in wet soils and shallow water, performing best in sunny or partially shaded positions. Once established, it requires very little maintenance and will return reliably year after year.

Key Features

• Beautiful deep red summer flowers
• Excellent native wildlife plant
• Ideal for pond margins and bog gardens
• Hardy and easy to grow
• Suitable for small and large ponds
• Attractive spreading growth habit

Planting Information

• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Planting depth: 0–10cm
• Height: 20–40cm
• Spread: 30–50cm
• Flowering period: May – July
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Hardiness: Fully hardy

Care Advice

Plant in aquatic compost using a marginal basket and position in shallow water or consistently damp soil. Remove old stems in autumn or early spring to encourage fresh healthy growth each season. Divide established clumps every few years if required.

If you have any questions about this Potentilla palustris – Marsh Cinquefoil and whether it’s suitable for your pond, please contact us and a member of our friendly reptile team will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.

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