McKay's White Potentilla

McKay's White Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa 'McKay's White')

McKay�s White Potentilla (Potentilla fruticosa 'McKay's White') is a reliable, cold-hardy shrub known for its creamy white blooms and tidy, compact growth. A standout among white-flowering varieties, it brings a cool, elegant tone to landscapes from early summer through fall with very little upkeep.

Distinctive Features

This cultivar produces an abundance of soft white flowers with a hint of creamy yellow at the center, each about an inch across. The blooms appear in waves from early summer well into autumn. Its small, fine-textured green leaves form a neat, rounded mound that typically grows 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, making it a great choice for foundation plantings or low hedges.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Well-drained; tolerates sandy and rocky soils
• Soil pH: Neutral to slightly alkaline
• Water Needs: Low to moderate
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 6

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in cottage or pollinator gardens
• Mass plantings for a soft, cooling effect
• Foundation plantings and low borders
• Edging along driveways and walkways
• Containers or rock gardens

Low Maintenance Care

• Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape
• Mulch annually to conserve moisture and reduce weeds
• Water deeply during prolonged dry spells
• Fertilization rarely needed in average soils
• Deadheading not necessary for continuous bloom

Why Choose McKay's White Potentilla

• Elegant white flowers provide soft seasonal contrast
• Cold-hardy and adaptable to poor soils
• Compact size fits well in small landscapes
• Long bloom period with minimal maintenance
• A dependable focal point for bright, sun-filled borders

McKay�s White Potentilla delivers clean white color and consistent flowering in a compact, hardy form�making it a low-maintenance focal point for formal and informal garden designs alike.