Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose'

Also Known As

Achillea 'Oertell's Rose'
Oertel's Rose Yarrow

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 15"-24"
W: 24"-48"

planting zones

3a-10b

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Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose' plant details

Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 24 IN - 48 IN - wide, 15 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ahillea ‘Oertel’s Rose’ – A new, brighter pink. 18” plants with a nice habit and clean foliage. Blooms in June. Prefers well drained soil in full sun.

By: Intrinsic Perennial Gardens

Evergreen (at least in the southern part of its range) foliage. Blooms are deep rose pink and age to pale pink/white. Blooms spring through fall. Tolerates poor soil and drought. Good cut flower. Bloomscapes 24" - 30". Zones 3-9.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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How to Grow Achillea millefolilum 'Oertel's Rose'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen