Potentilla 'Gold Drop' (Potentilla fruticosa 'Gold Drop') is a hardy, compact deciduous shrub, typically growing 2–3 feet tall and wide with a mounding, dense habit. It is renowned for its profusion of bright golden-yellow, buttercup-like flowers that bloom from late spring through fall. This drought-tolerant, low-maintenance shrub thrives in full sun and various soil types, making it ideal for borders, mass plantings, or rock gardens. 
Key Features & Care:
Bloom Time: Prolific flowering from late spring to late fall (or first frost).
Appearance: Fine-textured, soft-green to grey-green foliage.
Growth Rate/Habit: Medium-growing, rounded, and compact.
Hardiness: Extremely cold-hardy, typically to USDA Zones 2-7 (or -50°F).
Maintenance: Low-maintenance; prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.
Light/Water: Prefers full sun; tolerates dry, rocky, or moist (but well-drained) soils.
Uses: Excellent for hedges, borders, mass planting, and urban settings due to pollution tolerance.
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and is generally deer-resistant.