Prairie Cinquefoil
Herbaceous perennial reaching 30-60 cm tall. Features pinnately compound leaves and clusters of white to cream flowers blooming in summer. Prefers well-drained, sandy or gravelly soils and full sun. Drought-tolerant once established. Attracts butterflies and other pollinators. Suitable for rock gardens, prairie gardens, and dry, sunny borders. Native to most of North America.
Plant Details
Bloom Colour: White to Cream
Bloom Time: Mid-Summer
Sun Requirements: Sun
Moisture: Dry to Moist-Drained
Phenology: Growth emerges May. Leaves fully developed by June. White flowers appear July-August. Seeds mature September. Dies back completely after frost.
Wildlife Value: Attracts native bees and butterflies; provides cover for small wildlife; seeds eaten by birds
Habit Over Time: Creates compact, well-behaved clumps that gradually expand from the center. While it may self-seed modestly, it does not spread aggressively through rhizomes. The upright flowering stems provide good structure while allowing views through to background plants. Maintains clear boundaries and integrates well with neighboring plants.
Height: Medium (1-3 feet)