Potentilla 'Monarchs Velvet' - 2026

Potentilla ‘Monarch’s Velvet’ is a long-flowering perennial prized for its rich, raspberry-red flowers with deep velvety centres that hold their colour beautifully throughout summer into autumn. The blooms are saucer-shaped and stand above fresh, bright green, strawberry-like foliage, creating a striking contrast that draws the eye. The plant forms a compact mound or clump, making it a versatile choice for borders, cottage gardens, or containers where sustained colour is needed.

It thrives in full sun, preferring well-drained soil, and is fairly easy to grow. Once established it is low maintenance. Deadheading spent flowers encourages further blooms and helps maintain its tidy habit. This cultivar is non-native to the UK, but it offers excellent ornamental and ecological value, attracting pollinators throughout its flowering period.