Achillea millefolium Milly Rock™ Rose
General Information
Known for its compact, mounding habit that holds together nicely all Summer long. Plants will bloom from late Spring until Fall.
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.
'FLORACHRO1'
Protection Information: PP31,620
(Flowering Only License)
MILLY ROCK is a U.S. trademark of Florensis, B.V.
Breeder: Florensis, B.V.
Product Form
Callused
Liner
Prefinished
URC
Growing Information
Propagation
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 N
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.
Finishing
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
Crop Scheduling
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
Garden Details
Scientific name: Achillea millefolium
Common Name: Yarrow
Hardiness Zone: 4a - 9a
Hardiness Degree: -30°F (-34.4°C)
Blooming Season: Autumn, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Deer Resistant, Frost Tolerant, Rabbit Resistant
Water: Medium
Fertilize: Once a month
Spacing: 14 - 16 in. (36 - 41 cm)
Height: 10 - 12 in. (25 - 30 cm)
Width: 10 - 12 in. (25 - 30 cm)
Exposure: Sun