.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Peter Cottontail' Yarrow Achillea ptarmica 'Peter Cottontail' Description This charming perennial features clusters of fluffy white blooms that resemble cotton balls, set against finely divided gray-green foliage. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, providing an elegant touch to borders and flower beds. Suggested Uses Perfect for border accents, cut flower arrangements, cottage gardens, and attracting butterflies and pollinators to your landscape. Plant Details Botanical Name: Achillea ptarmica 'Peter Cottontail' Common Name: Peter Cottontail' Yarrow Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, spreading up to 18 inches Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Finely divided, gray-green Bloom Time: Late Spring to early Summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full Sun Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: None Fragrant: No Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Lavender, Salvia, Ornamental Grasses Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after frost; space 12-18 inches apart. Soil Moisture: Keep moist but well-drained. Soil Type: Loamy, sandy, or gravelly soil. Humidity: Average household humidity is suitable. Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming. Winter Care: Mulch in colder zones to protect roots. Planting Depth: Plant at same level as in container. Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer early in the growing season. Special Care: Divider and divide every 3-4 years to maintain vitality.
