Yates Black Magic Seed Raising Mix
Specially formulated for trouble-free seed raising in trays (or outdoor seed sowing direclty into the ground) and propagation of cuttings.
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Elegant Achillea ‘The Pearl’ has a spreading, mounding habit with airy clusters of pure white double pompom blooms. A classic choice as an informal ground cover or in cottage gardens, it’s a gorgeous cut flower and a great alternative to gypsophila. Renowned for being a vigorous grower, drought and frost resistant. A close relative to the herb Yarrow; commonly known as Fair-Maid-of-France or Sneezewort.
Features
- Fabulous cut flower
- Attracts pollinators
- Perennial
Product details
How
Press lightly (as seeds need light to germinate) into trays of Yates® Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Firm down and water with a fine mist spray. Transplant when large enough to handle.
Care
Choose a sunny, well-drained position. Mix Yates® Thrive® Natural Blood & Bone into soil before planting and apply Yates® Thrive® Flower & Fruit Soluble Fertiliser fortnightly. Protect from snails and slugs.
Hint
Cut back faded blooms to prolong flowering. Divide clumps every three to five years. Not suitable for planting around grazing livestock - toxic to horses and ruminants.
Storage
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
| Plant space |
50cm |
| Sow depth |
1mm |
| Plant height |
60cm |
| Germination |
7-14 days |
| Germination (days) |
11 days |
| Flowering |
12 weeks |
| Flowering (days) |
90 days |
| Botanical name |
Achillea ptarmica |
Yates Thrive Flower & Fruit Soluble Plant Food
A fast-acting, complete soluble fertiliser ideal for feeding a wide range of flowering & fruiting plants - to encourage prolific flowers and fruit.
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