MILLY ROCK TRIO YARROW

MILLY ROCK TRIO YARROW Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

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• Recommended Soil:
• Choose well-drained soil; yarrow performs best where excess moisture does not linger around the roots.
• Average garden soil is generally suitable, including sandy or moderately lean soils.
• Avoid consistently soggy conditions, particularly in heavy clay or poorly drained areas.
• A modest amount of compost can improve soil structure without making the planting area excessively rich.
• Sun Exposure:
• Full sun is preferred for the strongest flowering and most compact growth.
• Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight during the growing season.
• Bright, open locations help keep the mounded habit sturdy and floriferous.
• Too much shade may reduce flowering and encourage a looser growth habit.
• Irrigation Needs:
• Water regularly while establishing, allowing the soil to dry somewhat between thorough waterings.
• Once established, Milly Rock Trio Yarrow has good drought tolerance and generally needs less supplemental irrigation.
• Deep watering is preferable to frequent shallow watering during prolonged hot or dry weather.
• Avoid keeping the soil continually wet, as consistently excessive moisture can contribute to root problems.
• Feeding & Nutrients:
• Yarrow is not a heavy feeder and typically performs well in average garden soil.
• A balanced perennial fertilizer can be applied during active spring or summer growth when needed.
• Over-fertilizing may encourage lush foliage at the expense of the compact, flower-filled habit you want.
• Compost worked into the surrounding soil can provide a gentle source of organic nutrients.
• Pruning & Maintenance:
• Remove spent flower clusters to encourage additional flowering and keep the plant looking tidy.
• Trim back tired stems after a major flush of bloom to refresh the overall appearance.
• Allow some late-season flower heads to remain if you enjoy their texture and structural interest.
• Cut back old growth in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

Family: Asteraceae · Common Name: Yarrow

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• Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Growing and Maintenance Tips for Achillea

Achillea (Yarrow) is easy to grow, although prefers drier soil conditions.

• Plant full to part sun.
• Water daily until established, than as needed.
• Prefers moist , well draining soil.
• Cut back to 4-6 inches in late fall or early spring
•  Feed once a year with a slow release fertilizer. To give your plant the best start possible, we include a free fertilizer packet.

Interesting Notes About MILLY ROCK TRIO YARROW

• Three Colors, One Series: The Milly Rock Trio brings together Milly Rock Rose, Milly Rock Red, and Milly Rock Yellow Terracotta, giving gardeners three coordinated flower colors from the same compact yarrow series.
• Breeder Behind the Blooms: The Milly Rock series was developed by Florensis B.V., with the series selected for its compact, mounding habit and extended flowering performance.
• An Ancient Herbal Celebrity: Common yarrow has a remarkably long history of traditional medicinal use, and the species is documented in numerous historical herbal and pharmacopoeial sources. Those traditional uses are not a recommendation to consume or self-treat with garden plants.
• Pets Should Pass on the Snack: Despite its friendly garden reputation, yarrow is listed as toxic to dogs, cats, and horses. Ingestion can cause signs such as vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, depression, or skin irritation, so curious pets should not be encouraged to nibble it.
• A Name With a Warrior Story: The genus name Achillea is traditionally associated with Achilles of Greek mythology, who was said to have used yarrow to treat wounds. The species name millefolium refers to its finely divided, many-segmented foliage and essentially translates to "thousand-leaved."