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Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' (common yarrow) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and salmon blooms during early summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour, fine in texture, fragrant and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and compacted soil.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' (common yarrow) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' (common yarrow) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.