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Achillea filipendulina

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.6 - 1.5 m (2 - 5 ft)
Spread 30 - 75 cm (1 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Achillea filipendulina (fernleaf yarrow) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early fall. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has medium green and greyish green foliage that is matte, fine textured, semi-evergreen and aromatic. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Accent, border, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Achillea filipendulina tolerates drought, pollution and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Achillea filipendulina (fernleaf yarrow) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout.