Yarrow, Milfoil
Family: Asteraceae
 Show Larger Picture Achillea 'Galaxy Paprika' |
Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 1-24,26,28-45 USDA: 4-10 Heat Tolerance: Unreliable in Phoenix's summer heat Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: Europe and temperate Asia Growth Habits: Perennial, upright, to 40 inches tall (80 cm), 2 feet spread (60 cm) Watering Needs: Moderate water, well drained soil. Somewhat drought resistant. Propagation: Division in fall, seeds in spring |
- Apfelbluete: deep pink
- Cerise Queen: pale cherry red
- Fanal: bright red
- Paprika: red-orange, fading as the flowers age
- Red Beauty: pinkish red flowers with silver leaves
The fern-like leaves of the achillea are pungent.
Cultural Practices:
The Milfoil does better in average to poor soil. Fertilize in spring. Divide and replant every couple of years, in early spring or autumn.
Blooming Habits:
The yarrow has tiny flowers in flat heads that come in summer. They dry well for floral arrangements.
References:
Botanica : The Illustrated A-Z of over 10,000 Garden Plants
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