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Features
Family
Rosaceae
Native
Southwestern United States
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Flower Color
Red
Bloom Season
Summer
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
Growing Conditions
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
About Scarlet Cinquefoil Seeds
Potentilla thurberi
2 1/2"–3" double and semi-double blooms in shades of scarlet.
Planting Cinquefoil
Plant Spacing
A group of 4 seeds every 12"
Light Required
Full Sun to Part Shade
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
Press into surface
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | Press into surface |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 4 seeds every 12" |
| Thinning | When 2" tall, thin to 1 every 12" |
| Germination | 14 – 28 Days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Mild Climates: Start in late summer for winter bloom. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 65°F. Mild Climates: Sow in late summer for winter bloom. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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3 reviews
- ImperatorRated 5 out of 5 stars2/18/265 Stars
Absolutely fabulous packaging and a free seed packet gift...plus free shipping. Definitely going into my twice-a-month seed-buying excursions lol
- Paul L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/17/26Good germination. Steady slow growth.
Very good germination, and steady but slow growth.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests2/20/26Hey Paul,
That's fantastic to hear! We're so glad you're seeing excellent germination with your Scarlet Cinquefoil Seeds! You're absolutely right about the steady but slow growth - that's totally normal for this beautiful wildflower. Sometimes the best things take their time, and we know your patience will be rewarded with gorgeous blooms! It sounds like everything is progressing perfectly. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing your growing experience with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- PaulRated 5 out of 5 stars12/27/255 Stars
Germinated in 6 days.