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Achillea millefolium f. rosea

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 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 f. rosea (rose common yarrow) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and light pink blooms during early summer to late summer. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish green in colour, fine in texture, aromatic and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Achillea millefolium f. rosea tolerates compacted soil.
Cautions The growth rate of Achillea millefolium f. rosea (rose common yarrow) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Achillea millefolium f. rosea (rose common yarrow) may be invasive.