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Achillea ptarmica Peter Cottontail

Sneezewort (Yarrow): Patent PPAF

Low, mounding habit. Large, Ivory-white flowers above lance-shaped, dark green leaves with fine-toothed margins.

  • »  Low mounding habit
  • »  Large Ivory-white flowers
  • »  Lance-shaped, dark green leaves with fine-toothed margins
  • »  Excellent cut flower, fresh or dried
  • »  Bloom Time: June-July and sporadically into the fall

1gal
$31.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:50-60 cm
  • Spread:60-70 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Fast
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Dried Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Heat Tolerant
• Long Blooming
• Salt Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
• Rooftop (extensive)
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Achillea ptarmica 'Peter Cottontail'

The name Achillea comes from Greek mythology and as legend has it, was used to treat war wounds during battle.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Achillea ptarmica 'Peter Cottontail'

Achillea ptarmica grows best in an average to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Cut back faded flowers to encourage a second flush of blooms for late summer and to maintain overall appearance and shape.