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Achillea millefolium Milly Rock™ Red

Scientific Name : Achillea millefolium
Common Name : Yarrow
Hardiness Zone : 4a - 9a
Hardiness Degree : -30°F (-34°C)
Blooming Season : Late Spring, Summer, Autumn, Late Summer
Plant Habit : Mounded
Characteristics : Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Frost Tolerant
Water : Medium
Fertilizer : Once a month
Spacing : 14 - 16" (36 - 41cm)
Height : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Width : 10 - 12" (25 - 30cm)
Exposure : Sun
General Information : Known for its compact, mounding habit that holds together nicely all Summer long. Plants will bloom from late Spring until Fall.
Idea & Tips : Achillea Milly Rock series is compact and mounding, and performs best in well-drained soils. All Achillea prefer a sunny garden location. Fertilize once monthly during the Summer growing season. Remove spent flowers to encourage re-blooming.
Grower Information : Known for its compact, mounding habit that holds together nicely all Summer long. Plants will bloom from late Spring until Fall. Ideal for 1-qt., 2.5-qt. and 1-gal. pot sizes. 
'FLORACHRE1'
Protection InformationPP31,757
(Flowering Only License)
Breeder : Florensis, B.V.
MILLY ROCK is a U.S. trademark of Florensis, B.V.
  • Propagation Guide
    • Media EC/pH:
      EC 1.0-1.25 mmhos/pH 5.8-6.2
      Soil Temperature:
      70-72°F (21-22°C)
      Rooting Hormone:
      500-1,000 ppm IBA
      Mist:
      Low to moderate
      Fertilization:
      50-75 ppm Nitrogen
      Pinching:
      Pinch to remove flower buds.
      Transplanting:
      35-42 days after sticking
      Comments:
      Mist enough to rehydrate cuttings. Do not over-mist beyond Day 2 or 3. Do not stick cuttings too deep. Tall leaves can be trimmed if necessary.
    • Media pH:
      5.8-6.2
      Temperature:
      Nights: 55 to 65°F (13 to 18°C) Days: 65 to 75°F (18 to 24°C)
      Light Level (fc):
      2,500 to 4,500
      Vernalization:
      No
      Daylength:
      Long day facultative
      Watering:
      Moderate
      Fertilization:
      Use a balanced fertilizer at a rate of 150 to 175 ppm N.
      Pinch After Transplant:
      Typically not required
      Plant Growth Regulators:
      PGRs generally not needed
      Pests and Fungal Diseases:
      Aphids on the buds
    • 1–qt. (10–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
      Rooted: 6 wks
      1–gal. (15–cm) pot, 1 plant per pot:
      Rooted: 6-8 wks
      2 to 3–gal. (25 to 30–cm) pot, 3 plants per pot:
      Not recommended
      Bloom Months:
      April to September

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