Photo of Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'

Also Known As

  • Sneezewort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' plant details

Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white 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 alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, pollution tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, pollution, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Gardening facts about Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl' plant

How to Grow Achillea ptarmica 'The Pearl'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • pollution tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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