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.
Achillea millefolium 'Summer Pastels'
Yarrow
Photo courtesy of De Groot, Inc.
- Mix of pastels shades
- Large flower heads
- Blue-green, fern-like foliage
- Blooms summer-fall
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fast Growing
Fragrant
Long Blooming
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: 18-24 in
Spread: 12-36 in
Spacing: 18-24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Multi-Color
Zone: 3-10
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Low Maintenance
- Fragrant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Fast Growing
- Salt Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Groundhog Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- 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.