Oertel's Rose' is a cultivated variety of our native Common Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) which has been selected for its vivid color, compact size and prolific blooming. From July through September, vibrant magenta flowers emerge, aging to pale pink or white. This variation creates a lovely multicolored effect in larger drifts. The flowers are 2-4" flat-headed panicles on single stalks above mounds of silvery, dissected foliage. The flowers make an excellent addition to cut arrangements and can be dried.This variety was discovered in the Midwest by Mae Oertel (rhymes with turtle), growing in a roadside ditch.Sources:
Herbaceous Perennial Plants by Allan M. Armitage
North Creek Nurseries
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Achillea m. 'Oertel's Rose' (Oertel's Rose Yarrow) - 1 gal
Oertel's Rose Yarrow
Plant Care & Installation Quick-Guide
Proper acclimation and installation are key to your plant's success. Please cross-reference these tips with your plant's specific ID tags:
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Pre-Planting: Store plants in a light-appropriate area on soil or grass (avoid hot concrete or asphalt) and water daily until the soil is saturated and the pot feels heavy. If temperatures drop below 30°F, move pots to a garage or cover them to prevent root freeze.
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Installation: Dig a hole matching the depth of the pot, remove the fabric container, and ensure the plant’s crown or root flare is level with the ground. Fill gaps with soil, water heavily, and apply 2 inches of mulch—keeping it clear of the stem.
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Ongoing Care: Check moisture daily by feeling 1–2 inches into the soil; water deeply at the base if the soil feels dry or warm. Newly installed plants require frequent watering (up to 3–4 times weekly in heat) until fully established, which can take a few months for perennials and up to two years for trees.