A very hardy perennial
that blooms all summer. Prefers full sun, but will tolerate
being partly shaded. It's drought tolerant and is generally
resistant to insects and disease but does require decent
drainage. The foliage repels insects.
You can buy varieties that flower in assorted shades of
white, yellow, and red. If you cut the flowers before they
start to fade, and dry them, they keep their color well and
are good for floral arrangements. The flowers are also good
in potpourri.
Achillea 'Coronation Gold'
30-36" tall, 18" wide
Zones 4-9
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot
Golden yellow four-inch flowerheads brighten the
summer garden. Clump-forming. This is a favorite for
drying, too.
Achillea millefolium 'Royal Tapestry'
24" tall
Zones 4-9
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot Deep lavender-purple
bloom with white center. Repeat bloomer June to
September. Soft, fernlike, medium-green basal
leaves.
Achillea millefolium 'Fireland'
30" tall
Zones 4-9
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot
Large, fire-engine red flowers on sturdy stems age
to soft apricot color
Achillea millefolium 'Heidi'
24-30" tall
Zones 4-9
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot. Clear pink that holds
its color.
Achillea millefolium 'Summerwine'
24" tall
Zones 4-9
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot
Rich burgundy-red flowers fade slightly as they age
-- with lovely effect
Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea'
8" tall
Zones 4-8
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot
(Woolly yarrow) Only eight inches tall, forms mat
featuring bright yellow flowerheads in early summer.
Tolerates dry soil.
Achillea x 'Anthea'
24-36" tall
12" wide
Zones 4-8
Full Sun
Container Gardening: 3" pot
Gleaming light yellow flowers and sturdy silvery
foliage. Introduced and patented by Blooms of
Bressingham.
