Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee'

Yarrow

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Common Name: 

Yarrow

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Green

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Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

45 cm

Maximum width: 

35 cm

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Description

Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee' is part of the Tutti Fruttitrade; series which are known for their sturdy, compact growth habit, long bloom period, and interesting flowers. 'Wonderful Wampee' has tight clusters of tiny buds which open rich pink, then age to apple blossom blush. Exceptionally sturdy habit and holds up well through the summer. Wonderful in fresh or dried arrangements.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Blooming

Blooms generously through summer and early fall and are promoted by frequent deadheading. Taller species can be used for drying for Winter bouquets. Flower colors are generally yellow or white, but some species are pink and red. If flowers are cut off, the plant will regenerate flowers in about a month.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Growth

Yarrows germinate in 3 to 5 days, and the stem and cotyledons appear between days 5 and 7. Leaves are generally green/gray and have an aromatic smell especially when the leaves are crushed.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Planting

Can be grown from cuttings or seeds. Either way, plant in a disease-free medium with uniform moisture. Keep the pH between 5.5 and 5.8. Add a layer of vermiculite to aid in moisture retention.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Pest

Spittlebugs, aphids and scale can become problems. Also watch out for powdery mildew on the foliage, yarrow leaf rot and root rot.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Interesting facts

Yarrows are native to Europe and temperate areas of Asia. Achillea was first recorded in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus, a Swiss botanist and physician, who was the father of the binomial nomenclature, which is the formal system of naming specific species. Yarrows are relatively easy to grow, requiring only routine maintenance and can thrive even in poor soil/watering conditions. They are great in the garden or as cut flowers or even dried for winter arrangements.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Wonderful Wampee') - Soil and irrigation

Once established, yarrows can withstand drought. However, ideally the medium should receive moderate irrigation and even moisture distribution throughout the soil. This is especially important while inducing germination.

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