Achillea erba-rotta moschata Musk milfoil (Compositae)

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Achillea erba-rotta moschata
Musk milfoil
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The Achillea erba-rotta moschata plant species is found in Europe It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Musk milfoil. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. moschata.

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Latin Name:  Achillea erba-rotta moschata
Common Name:  Musk milfoil
Family:  Compositae
Author:  (Wulfen.)I.B.K.Richardson.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Rocky slopes, alpine grassland and scree on calcareous soils in the Alps[9, 50].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring or early autumn in a cold frame[133]. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months[133]. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, the divisions can be planted direct into their permanent positions. Basal cuttings of new shoots in spring. Very easy, collect the shoots when they are about 10cm tall, potting them up individually in pots and keeping them in a warm but lightly shaded position. They should root within 3 weeks and will be ready to plant out in the summer.

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