Potentilla nepalensis 'Melton Fire'

P. nepalensis is an easy-to-grow Himalayan native with fuzzy, strawberry-like evergreen foliage. This plant is just as happy in the average border as it is in the xeric garden. Grow it in well-drained soil with average to low fertility for best results. Deer and rabbit resistant.

'Melton Fire' has salmon pink to light raspberry blooms with deep red, almost black centers. Begins blooming at the end of spring and can continue all summer.

Zones: 5 to 8

Family: Rosaceae

Type: Herbaceous Perennial

Height: 18 to 24 in.

Spread: 16 to 18 in.

Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade

Soil: Dry, well-drained, average

Bloom Time: May to July

Native Range: E. Asia and W. Himalayas