Sassy Summer
Achillea hybrida 'Sassy Summer Lemon'
Yarrow
Image courtesy of Walters Gardens Inc
- Large flower heads of bright, sunny yellow
- Sturdy, upright flower stems
- Lacy green foliage
- Great for beds and borders and as a dried flower
Border or Bed
Cold Tolerant
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fragrant
Garden
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
One of the easiest perennials to grow, Does best in full sun and well drained soil. Once initial flowers have gone by, cut plant by half to stimulate new flower heads. Very drought tolerant once established.
Height: 28-32 in
Spread: 36-42 in
Spacing: 36-42 in
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 3-8
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Vigorous
- Fragrant
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Cold Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Achillea
Common Name: Yarrow
Achillea has fern-like deeply cut, aromatic leaves. Upright, clump forming. Tiny flowers grow in dense, flat clusters. Popular in gardens and highly attractive to pollinators. Popular for their long bloom time and low maintenance. Flowers are excellent fresh or dried.