University of Illinois Extension
Hort Answers
Perennial
Common Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
3 pictures total.
Achillea 'Red Velvet'
Features
Culture
Full sun and well-drained soil. When put in very fertile soil will tend to spread quicker and have a more open habit.
Cultivars
'Terracotta' 2-3 feet peach colored flowers fade to terracotta
'Angelique' 2-3 feet dark red flowers
'Appleblossom' 18-24 inches lilac pink flowers
'Ortels Rose' 12-18 inches pink flowers, very strong grower
Mature Height
1-2 Feet
Size
Medium
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9
Bloom Color
Orange
Pink
Red
Yellow
Pink
Red
Yellow
Bloom Season
June - September
Soil Conditions
Dry
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Silver/White
Pests and Problems
Fungal Disease
Insect Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
Rust, botrytis, aphids, mealy bugAdditional Notes
Overly fertile soils result in rapidly spreading plants that tend to flop.
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