Achillea ptarmica 'Marshmallow' ~ Marshmallow Sneezewort

Marshmallow Sneezewort is a compact low-mounding herbaceous perennial with aromatic dark green foliage.  Small, fluffy ball-like white flowers bloom in large clusters from late spring throughout summer.  An excellent cut flower that retains color when dried.  Prefers full sun and dry to average well-drained soils. Tolerant of light shade, rabbit, and deer. Type:  Perennial Origins: Europe and Western Asia Height:  0.5' - 1' Spread:  0.5' - 1' Spacing:  1' USDA Hardiness Zone:  3 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun Bloom Color:  White Season of Interest:  Summer, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Does poorly in rich, moist, or heavy clay soils.  No serious pests or diseases. LANDSCAPE USES:  Accents or Group Plantings, Naturalized Areas, Wildlife Gardens, Rock Gardens, Xeriscape, Cutting Gardens, and Containers. COMPANION PLANTS: Rosemary, Dwarf Fountain Grass IMAGES: author TANAKA Juuyoh (田中十洋) *As plants have ranges in appearance th