Achillea ptarmica ‘Peter Cottontail’
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Location: 28593: T29 R2
Price range: £3.99 through £8.99
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| Variation Title | Price | Add to Cart Button | Stock | Quantity |
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| 9 cm | £ 3.99 | 0 |
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Description
Achillea ptarmica ‘Peter Cottontail’
Achillea ptarmica ‘Peter Cottontail’ This stands out as a delightful perennial, cherished for its profusion of elegant ivory white flowers reminiscent of delicate buttons. These blooms gracefully emerge above a dense mat of glossy, dark green foliage, offering a captivating contrast in the garden. What distinguishes ‘Peter Cottontail’ from other A. ptarmica varieties is its larger blossoms and more compact growth habit.Esteemed for its reliability and minimal upkeep, this plant is a favorite among gardeners, its blooms also serving as excellent additions to floral arrangements. While it thrives best in full sun, ‘Peter Cottontail’ can tolerate light shade and adapts well to various soil types.In garden design, ‘Peter Cottontail’ complements other sun-loving perennials such as lavender, salvia, and coreopsis, forming captivating combinations of texture and colour. Its modest size makes it suitable for borders, rockeries, and containers, where its abundant blooms add a touch of sophistication and allure. With its versatility and enduring charm, Achillea ptarmica ‘Peter Cottontail’ proves to be a valuable asset to any garden.
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About the Family
Achillea, commonly known as yarrow, is a versatile and resilient genus of herbaceous perennials valued for their long-lasting blooms, ferny foliage, and ability to thrive in tough conditions. Native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere, these plants have been cultivated for centuries, both ornamentally and medicinally. Their finely divided, aromatic leaves form attractive mounds at the base, while flat-topped clusters of tiny flowers rise above on sturdy stems from early summer through autumn. Flower colours range from soft whites, creams, and yellows to vibrant shades of pink, red, and orange, making them a flexible choice for many planting schemes.
Achilleas are excellent for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, and their flowers are equally valuable as long-lasting cut or dried stems. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating drought and poor conditions once established, which makes them ideal for wildlife gardens, prairie-style plantings, or low-maintenance borders. Many cultivars are compact and colourful, perfect for edging or containers, while taller forms add structure and movement. Easy to grow, tough, and reliable, Achilleas bring colour, texture, and ecological value to gardens, blending effortlessly with ornamental grasses and perennials in naturalistic or traditional designs.
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