The Pearl – Yarrow Seed

New! Reliable perennial.
Small clusters of ½" double-white flowers on sturdy, durable stems. Highly productive plants produce multiple cuts, especially in the second year of production, as plants are taller and more vigorous in the second year. Appearance is reminiscent of baby’s breath and feverfew. Typically blooming later in the summer, The Pearl can be used as a mid- and late-season substitute for feverfew. Plants will produce two flushes of stems and blooms if cut back within a few inches of the ground, after the first round of flowers. Excellent cut flower and reliable perennial garden plant. Tolerates heat and low-water growing environments once established. Perennial in Zones 3–9. Ht. 24–36". Avg. 99,200 seeds/oz. Packet: 100 seeds.
DAYS TO GERMINATION: 10-14 days at 65-72°F (18-22°C)
SOWING: Transplant (recommended) – Sow into 72-cell flats, or preferred seedling container, 8-10 weeks before planting out. Light is required for germination. Cover seeds with a thin layer of vermiculite to retain moisture and hold seeds in place. Bottom water or mist lightly to avoid covering seed. 3-5 weeks at 55-65°F (13-18°C) in full light are ideal conditions for seedling development. Harden off seedlings and transplant outdoors. Direct seed – Late spring, early summer, or fall.
LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun. Tolerant of part shade in garden beds.
PLANT HEIGHT: 28-30". May require support.
PLANT SPACING: 12-24".
HARDINESS ZONES: Zones 2-9.
VASE LIFE: 7-12 days.
HARVEST: When pollen is visible on the flowers. Hang to dry.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Any well-drained soil.
USES: Fresh or dried cut flower. Permanent beds and mass plantings.
NOTE: Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
SCIENTIFIC NAME: Achillea spp.