Photo by Forestfarm
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Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina'
Also Known As
- Ballerina Yarrow
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 18"-24"
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina' plant details
Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements
GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina'
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina'
Gardening facts about Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina' plant
How to Grow Achillea ptarmica 'Ballerina'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Scientific Name: Achillea ptarmica 'Versdidem'
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9a
Size
Height: 8"-12"
Width: 10"-15"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-30"
Width: 18"-30"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Peachy Seduction Yarrow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Achillea ageratum
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
aka Strawberry Seduction Yarrow
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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