Achillea – Summer Pastels ‘Yarrow”

Pairs nicely with Peonies, Siberian Iris, and Baptisia.

A sweet scent similar to chrysanthemums (mums)


Characteristics 

  • Lifecycle – Perennial
  • Botanical Name – Achillea millefolium
  • Zone  – 3-9
  • Requirements
    • Sun – Full
    • Soil Condition – Moist and well drained, will grow in poor soil
  • Planting Instructions
    • Spacing – 24″
    • Height – 24″
    • Width – 24″
  • Maintenance – Low
  • Support Needed – None
  • Color – Multi
  • Pests/Disease – Deer, Rabbit
  • Attracts – Butterflies
  • Invasive – No
  • Propagation – Division, Seed
  • Uses: Cut flowers, Meadows, Prairie, Beds, Borders, Dry Flower
  • Pairs with: Peonies, Siberian Iris, and Baptisia.
  • Fertilize:  lightly 10-10-10 in early spring.
  • Notes:
    • Will tolerate some shade but will bloom best in full sun
    • Heat Tolerant
    • Deadhead to extend blooms
    •  Grow in pots as this can be invasive if not controlled.

 

 

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