Yarrow - Achillea Peter Cottontail
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About Peter Cottontail Yarrow
Achillea ptarmica 'Peter Cottontail'
šæ A cheerful perennial covered in fluffy white blooms that brings effortless charm, pollinator appeal, and long-lasting beauty to the summer garden.
Peter Cottontail is a delightful selection of Achillea ptarmica, producing clouds of fully double, button-like white flowers that resemble tiny pom-poms floating above lush green foliage. Blooming generously throughout the summer, this compact perennial adds a light, airy texture to borders and bouquets while brightening the garden with its crisp white blooms.
Its sturdy stems, long-lasting flowers, and naturally tidy habit make Peter Cottontail an excellent choice for cutting gardens, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial borders. Bees and butterflies are frequent visitors, while the blooms also make exceptional fresh and dried arrangements.
š Plant & Flower Traits
šø Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
šØ Flower Color: Pure white
š¼ Bloom Form: Fully double, pom-pom-like button flowers borne in clusters
š Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators
š Bloom Time: Early to late summer with repeat flowering when deadheaded
šæ Foliage: Narrow, deep green lance-shaped foliage that provides attractive texture
š” Growth & Garden Habits
š± Growth Habit: Upright, compact, clump-forming perennial
āļø Height: Approximately 18ā24 inches
āļø Spread: Approximately 18ā24 inches
āļø Light Requirements: Full sun to light partial shade
āļø Hardiness: USDA Zones 3ā8
š§ Water Needs: Average once established
Perfect For:
- Cottage gardens
- Cutting gardens
- White gardens
- Pollinator gardens
- Mixed perennial borders
- Containers
- Fresh and dried flower arrangements
š Why Grace Rose Farm Loves It
Peter Cottontail brings a whimsical softness that pairs beautifully with roses. Its fluffy white blooms seem to float above the garden, creating a fresh, romantic look while softening bold colors nearby. We especially love using it alongside blush pink, apricot, lavender, and deep red roses, where its delicate texture adds movement and contrast without competing for attention.
šæ Growing & Care Recommendations
Planting Site: Choose a location with full sun and well-drained soil for the best flowering.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment, then provide moderate moisture during extended dry periods.
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming throughout the season. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.
Soil: Performs best in fertile, well-drained soil but adapts well to a variety of garden conditions.
š¹ Garden Pairings
Peter Cottontail looks especially beautiful with:
- White and cream garden roses
- Soft blush pink English roses
- Lavender and catmint
- Salvia
- Campanula
- Foxgloves
- Delphiniums
- Nepeta
About Our Rose Bouquets
- We are pleased to announce that our garden roses have achieved Carbon Neutral International Standard Certification from the United Nations Climate Change (UNFCCC). For more information, please readĀ here.
- Furthermore, our ethically cultivated garden roses have received certification from Florverde Sustainable Flowers, recognizing our commitment to Social and Environmental Standard Practices. To learn more, please readĀ here.
- Your roses are freshly cut to order by our passionate and skilled growers, who tend to each bloom with love and expertise. Each stem is processed with care and nestled in specially designed packaging that ensures their safe journey to you. To maintain the vitality and beauty of the roses, the thorns are intentionally left intact, adding a touch of natural elegance. Our farm takes pride in empowering women, with over half of our dedicated team being female. We invite you to explore our unwavering commitment to enhancing the overall well-being and success of our workers, as they bring the beauty of these roses to life. Read moreĀ here.
- For protection during transit, the roses are securely packaged in corrugated cardboard. Upon unwrapping, you can create your own floral arrangements.
- Please follow the care instructions for your garden rosesĀ here.
- We kindly ask that you allow two to four days for your roses to open from bud to bloom. For detailed information regarding bloom progression, please referĀ here.
- If these roses are intended for a specific event, we recommend selecting a delivery date approximately two to three days prior to the occasion to ensure that your roses will be in full bloom by the time of your celebration.
- Please note that vases are not included with the arrangements.
- Our garden roses are a gift from nature, and we make every effort to ensure that the right roses are blooming in time for your order. While we cannot guarantee that the exact colors depicted in the photographs will be available, we are dedicated to shipping the highest quality roses in colors that closely match those shown on our website. We assure you that your garden roses will be freshly harvested and beautiful, and we hope that you or your recipients will experience the joy infused into each bouquet.
- These roses are lovingly and sustainably grown by Alexandra Farms for Grace Rose Farm. To learn more about our commitment to sustainability, please visit ourĀ blog.
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