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There are only a handful of perennial plants that cute little woodland creatures don’t destroy. Look no further than 'Peter Cottontail' yarrow. Unlike the name, Peter Cottontail or Bambi will steer clear of this perennial beauty. The official name is Achillea ptarmica and it is native to Europe. The ‘Peter Cottontail’ variety was selected for having large puffy, ivory bunny tail blooms. This herbaceous perennial strikingly resembles baby’s breath and it will bloom from July through September. Expect hundreds of white button-sized daisies on one single plant.
These dainty flowers are sure to be a butterfly magnet too. Once established this yarrow is fairly drought tolerant. Enchant your garden. Create a whimsical cottage garden with flowers that are beautiful yet small and mighty. Attention is in the details and ‘Peter Cottontail’ is the perfect cut flower or everlasting dried flower arrangement. Its flowers make a perfect thriller attribute to a perennial combination planter.
Peter Cottontail Yarrow Care
In its native habitat, Achillea ptarmica is typically found near marshes or streams in heavy clay soil. Full sun to part sun with well-draining, poor to slightly acidic soils mimics yarrow’s native environment. Applying fertilizer is not recommended. It has average watering needs but can undergo periods of drought once established after a year.
After the flowers fade in September, cut the plant down to half its size and it will be invigorated with green growth in the Spring. This plant is extremely winter hardy outdoors from zones 3 to 8 a. When overwintering containers, store containers in a sheltered location, water the soil monthly while dormant, and protect pots from winter wind and direct sun.
Peter Cottontail Yarrow Spacing
This plant is relatively medium in size, only reaching 2 feet tall. In order for these plants to reach full size, space plants at least 30 inches apart. When creating borders, stay consistent with the same plants and ideally plant in odd numbers (3, 6, 9 etc.) for a more professional look.
Peter Cottontail Yarrow Information
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-8 |
Plant Type: Perennial |
Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun |
Mature Height: 1.5 - 2 Feet |
Mature Width: 28 - 30 Inches |
Plant Spacing: 28 - 30 Inches |
Growth Habit: Mounded |
Flower Color(s): White |
Flower Shade: Ivory |
Seasonal Interest: Early Summer to Fall |
Foliage Type: Herbaceous |
Foliage Color(s): Green |
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies |
Resists: Deer, Rabbits |
Tolerates: Heat, Drought |
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
Uses: Border Plant, Containers, Cut Flowers, Dried Flowers, Edging Plant, Mass Planting |
Plant Brand: Proven Winners |
Botanical/Scientific Name: Achillea ptarmica USPPAF |
- SKU:
- ACHPC
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts

Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts

Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts

Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons

Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons

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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
---|---|
Zone 10 | March 31th |
Zone 9 | March 31st |
Zone 8 | April 7th |
Zone 7 | April 14th |
Zone 6b | April 21st |
Zone 6a | April 28th |
Zone 5b | May 5th |
Zone 5a | May 12th |
Zone 4 | May 19th |
Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team!