Achillea ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ PP32404 (4) 1-gallons

Description

Product Description

Achillea ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ PP32404

Common Name: YarrowLight peachy orange flowers age to yellow. Mature and new flowers create a blend of colors, much like you would find on a peach fruit. Tall, upright habit.

Height: 32.0-36.0 InchesSpread: 28.0-32.0 InchesHardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8Flower Color: Peach ShadesFoliage Color: Green shadesFull Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)Low to Average Water NeedsPoor to Average Soil QualityBloomtime: Early Summer – Late SummerAttracts ButterfliesBee FriendlyDeer and Rabbit ResistantSeasonal Interest: Dried Seed HeadsGrowth Rate: Rapid

Border Plant, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Fragrant Flowers, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant

Achillea ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ is a stunning yarrow that brings a unique color palette to the garden. It is part of the Firefly series, known for its strong, upright habit and vibrant blooms. Here is what makes this variety special:

Appearance:

• Peachy-Orange to Yellow Flowers: ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ starts with beautiful pale peachy-orange flowers that gradually mature to a soft yellow. This creates a lovely blend of warm colors on the plant, giving it a unique and eye-catching look.
• Large, Flat-topped Clusters: The flowers are held in large, flat-topped clusters (umbels) that rise above the foliage, creating a billowy and airy effect.
• Fern-like Foliage: The plant features finely-divided, fern-like foliage that is a pleasing green color and adds to its overall texture and appeal.
• Tall and Upright: ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ has a sturdy, upright growth habit, typically reaching about 32-36 inches tall and 28-32 inches wide. This makes it a great choice for adding vertical interest to the middle or back of borders.

Growing Conditions:

• Full Sun: ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ thrives in full sun, needing at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal flowering.
• Well-Drained Soil: It prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a variety of soil types, including sandy or rocky soils.
• Drought Tolerant: Once established, it is quite drought-tolerant, making it a good choice for water-wise gardens or areas with low rainfall.

Care and Maintenance:

• Low Maintenance: ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ is a relatively low-maintenance plant.
• Watering: Water regularly during the first year to help it establish its roots. After that, it can tolerate dry periods.
• Deadheading: Removing spent flower heads can encourage more blooms and prevent self-seeding.
• Dividing: You can divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor and prevent overcrowding.

Uses in the Garden:

• Borders: Its height and vibrant blooms make it ideal for the middle or back of borders, where it can add vertical interest and color.
• Meadow Gardens: It is a fantastic addition to meadow gardens, where it can naturalize and create a beautiful drift of color.
• Cottage Gardens: Its charming flowers and informal growth habit make it a natural fit for cottage gardens.
• Cut Flowers: The flowers are long-lasting and make excellent cut flowers for fresh or dried arrangements.

Benefits:

• Attracts Pollinators: The flowers are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistant: Deer and rabbits tend to avoid yarrow, so it is a good choice for gardens where these animals are a problem.
• Drought Tolerant: Its ability to withstand dry conditions makes it a valuable plant for water-wise gardens.
• Long Blooming Period: ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ provides a long-lasting show of color in the garden, blooming from early to late summer.

If you are looking for a beautiful, low-maintenance, and pollinator-friendly plant with a unique color palette, Achillea ‘Firefly Peach Sky’ is an excellent choice! Its warm peachy-orange and yellow blooms, combined with its adaptability and long blooming period, make it a standout in any landscape.

(4) 1-gallon containers ready to plant, plants may be trimmed for shipping,

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