Product description
“Tilford Cream” is a compact, deciduous shrub with a bushy growth habit. It has small, medium to dark green, pinnate leaves.
Flowers are saucer shaped and the petals are a creamy white colour with central golden-orange coloured stamens. Each flower is approximately 3 to 4 cm in diameter. The large number of flowers and the long season of flowering help to attract bees and butterflies.
Although it enjoys the sun, it prefers partial shade. Full sun will diminish how long the individual flowers stay.
Remove dead or unwanted branches at the end of the season or at the onset of spring. Being deciduous, this plant will come back in the spring time as it is full hardy and can withstand most temperatures in Europe.
As it is a more compact shrub, it does well accenting hedging and screens. Additionally, it is a good coastal plant and provides colourful additions to flower beds and border plantings. This varietal works well in containers and due to its smaller to medium size, is good for planting at the front of borders and other beds.
Shrubby Cinquefoil
Potentilla 'Tilford Cream'
Potentilla 'Tilford Cream'
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Product description
“Tilford Cream” is a compact, deciduous shrub with a bushy growth habit. It has small, medium to dark green, pinnate leaves.
Flowers are saucer shaped and the petals are a creamy white colour with central golden-orange coloured stamens. Each flower is approximately 3 to 4 cm in diameter. The large number of flowers and the long season of flowering help to attract bees and butterflies.
Although it enjoys the sun, it prefers partial shade. Full sun will diminish how long the individual flowers stay.
Remove dead or unwanted branches at the end of the season or at the onset of spring. Being deciduous, this plant will come back in the spring time as it is full hardy and can withstand most temperatures in Europe.
As it is a more compact shrub, it does well accenting hedging and screens. Additionally, it is a good coastal plant and provides colourful additions to flower beds and border plantings. This varietal works well in containers and due to its smaller to medium size, is good for planting at the front of borders and other beds.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune Potentilla annually in late winter or early spring to encourage compact growth and abundant flowering throughout the season.
How to Water
Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, they are drought-tolerant but benefit from occasional watering during prolonged dry periods. Avoid overwatering, as they dislike soggy soil.
How to Plant
Choose a sunny or partially shaded location with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice the size of the root ball. Place the plant at the same depth it was in its container, backfill, and firm the soil. Water thoroughly after planting and add mulch to retain moisture and reduce weeds.
