Milly Rock Series
Achillea millefolium 'Milly Rock Rose'
Yarrow
Image courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Compact, sturdy habit
- Clusters of deep pink flowers bloom late spring to fall
- Great for beds, borders, and containers
- Excellent cut and dried flower
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Garden
Long Blooming
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
One of the easiest perennials to grow, Does best in full sun and well drained soil. Once initial flowers have gone by, cut plant by half to stimulate new flower heads. Very drought tolerant once established.
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Spacing: 10-12 in
Bloom Color: Pink
Zone: 4-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Container
- Summer Bloomer
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Achillea
Common Name: Yarrow
Achillea has fern-like deeply cut, aromatic leaves. Upright, clump forming. Tiny flowers grow in dense, flat clusters. Popular in gardens and highly attractive to pollinators. Popular for their long bloom time and low maintenance. Flowers are excellent fresh or dried.