Flamboyant Potentilla

Bold semi-double red flowers bloom prolifically from early summer through fall on a neat compact shrub — a vivid dramatic option for those wanting intense colour from their shrubby cinquefoil. (Potentilla hybrid 'Flamboyant')

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Potentilla ‘Flamboyant’ is a compact, hardy shrub that delivers a burst of brilliant crimson-red blooms from late spring all the way to frost. Growing just 2–3 feet tall and wide, it’s perfect for borders, rock gardens, and mass plantings, adding nonstop color with very little maintenance. Hardy in Zones 3–7, this deer-resistant, drought-tolerant shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an easy-care favorite for tough spots. With its unusually vivid flower color and long blooming season, ‘Flamboyant’ truly lives up to its name as a standout in any landscape.

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Growing Information

Growing zone guide

Growing Zone Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7

Sunlight Bright light

Type of Soil Slightly acidic to neutral

Mature Height 2 to 3 ft.

Maintenance Level Low maintenance

Water Requirement Moderate watering (once a week)

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Additional Information

Growth Rate	Moderate growth rate. Forms a dense, rounded shrub about 2–3 feet tall and wide.
Colorful Leaves	No
Flowering	Yes
Bloom Color	Red
Ornamental Berries	N/A
Disease resistant	Yes
Cold Tolerant	Yes
Heat Tolerant	Yes
Drought Tolerant	Yes
Deer Resistant	Yes
Edible	No
Wildlife Attraction	Nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Birds may use the shrub for cover, though it is not a primary food source.
Self-pollinating	Cross-pollinating
Seasonality	Spring: Foliage emerges, followed by flowers. Summer: Peak bloom period with vibrant color. Fall: Continued flowering until frost, foliage drops late season. Winter: Bare stems provide structural interest.
Ideal For	– Low borders, edging, mass plantings, cottage gardens, small-space landscapes, pollinator gardens, rock gardens
Leaf Description	Small, pinnate leaves with 5–7 narrow leaflets, medium to dark green. Foliage is fine-textured, giving the shrub a delicate appearance. Deciduous, with leaves dropping in fall.
Flower Description	Profuse display of bright red to crimson single flowers, about 1 inch across. Blooms continuously from late spring through early fall with proper care. Flowers have a cheerful, showy quality that stand out against the green foliage.
Pruning & Maintenance	Minimal pruning needed. After the first flush of flowers, lightly shear or deadhead to encourage rebloom. In late winter or very early spring, remove dead or weak wood to maintain shape. Rejuvenation pruning (cutting back one-third of old stems to the base) every 3–4 years helps maintain vigor.
Water Needs	Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it is drought tolerant, needing only occasional deep watering in prolonged dry periods. Avoid overwatering, as it prefers well-drained conditions.
Light Needs	Grows best in full sun (6+ hours daily). Tolerates light partial shade, though flower production may be reduced.
Harvesting	Can be lightly pruned for cut stems with flowers, but not typically used for arrangements.
Fertilizing	Fertilize in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer (10-10-10). Supplemental compost or organic mulch improves bloom quality. Avoid overfertilizing, which leads to leafy growth instead of flowers.
Additional Care Tips	N/A
Pollination	Pollinated by bees, butterflies, and other insects. Flowers are fertile and may set small dry fruits, though these are not ornamental.
Companion Plants	Flowering shrubs: Spiraea japonica, Hydrangea paniculata, Weigela florida. Evergreens: Buxus microphylla, Juniperus horizontalis, Thuja occidentalis. Perennials: Salvia nemorosa, Echinacea purpurea, Coreopsis verticillata, Nepeta faassenii. Pairs well in cottage gardens, rock gardens, or as edging along walkways.