Achillea ptarmica ‘Peter Cottontail’

Description

Common Name: Yarrow

This species is unique from what you’d expect from the classic A. millefolium types. ‘Peter Cottontail’ has a look that’s reminiscent of Baby’s Breath, with large, ivory white flowers that are produced over a low, mounding habit of green foliage. This perennial is great for adding texture to the garden! Compared to other A. ptarmica types on the market, this perennial has larger individual flowers and a more polished habit. Although this perennial is named after a fictional rabbit, ‘Peter Cottontail’, it is mostly unbothered by both deer and rabbits.

The root clump of these are large and will quickly grow into a substantial plant.

Photos courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc

Size: Grade #1 Bare root

Height: 18-24″

Spread: 28-30″

Hardy Zones: 4,5,6,7,8

Light requirement: Full sun

Attributes: Attracts butterflies and bees

Deer resistant