Diadem Double Yarrow

Description

The Marie Ballard Aster Diadem Double Yarrow is a stunning perennial that offers both beauty and durability for your garden. Known for its unique, double-flowered blooms, this Yarrow variety features soft, feathery petals in a blend of bright, cheerful colors. The Diadem Double Yarrow is perfect for gardeners who desire both visual appeal and low-maintenance growth, making it a great choice for borders, flower beds, and container planting.

Key Features:

• Double Blooms: The Diadem Double Yarrow is known for its lush, full, double-layered blooms that add a unique texture and elegance to your garden display.
• Bright Color Palette: Expect vibrant blooms in a mix of colors, including shades of yellow, red, pink, and white, providing a cheerful and varied garden aesthetic.
• Hardy and Drought-Tolerant: This Yarrow variety is extremely drought-tolerant once established, making it an excellent choice for water-efficient gardens or areas with dry conditions.
• Pollinator-Friendly: The showy flowers attract pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, contributing to a thriving garden ecosystem.
• Long-Lasting Blooms: Diadem Double Yarrow produces long-lasting flowers that continue to bloom from late spring through the fall, adding seasonal interest and color.
• Low Maintenance: Easy to grow and maintain, this Yarrow variety is disease-resistant and thrives with minimal care, making it ideal for busy gardeners.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial
• Flower Colors: Yellow, red, pink, white (mixed colors)
• Bloom Time: Late spring to fall
• Height: 18-24 inches (45-60 cm)
• Spread: 12-18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 3-9
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily)
• Watering Requirements: Moderate watering, drought-tolerant once established
• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Package Contains: 1 x Marie Ballard Aster Diadem Double Yarrow (seeds)

Care Instructions:

• Planting Location: Choose a sunny, well-drained spot for your Diadem Double Yarrow to thrive. It is adaptable to most soil types but prefers slightly dry to average conditions.
• Watering: Water regularly until the plants are established. Once mature, Diadem Double Yarrow becomes drought-tolerant and requires less frequent watering.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Trim back old growth in early spring to promote new growth for the season.
• Fertilizing: Yarrow requires minimal fertilization. Apply a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer in early spring to support healthy growth.
• Winter Care: Yarrow is winter-hardy in most climates. Mulch around the base in colder zones for added protection and to maintain soil moisture.

Ideal For:

• Flower Beds and Borders: Enhance your flower beds and garden borders with the long-lasting, colorful blooms of the Diadem Double Yarrow.
• Pollinator Gardens: This Yarrow variety is a favorite among pollinators, making it an excellent addition to any pollinator-friendly garden.
• Wildflower Gardens: Diadem Double Yarrow adds structure and color to wildflower gardens, offering a reliable, low-maintenance bloom.
• Container Gardening: Its compact size makes it an ideal choice for container planting, bringing vibrant color to patios and balconies.
• Cut Flower Arrangements: The strong stems and long-lasting blooms make this Yarrow an excellent choice for fresh or dried floral arrangements.