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Achillea millefolium 'Lachsschönheit' (Salmon Beauty)

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 70 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 50 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Achillea millefolium 'Lachsschönheit' (Salmon Beauty) (common yarrow) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, light salmon and fragrant flowers during early summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is light olive green in colour, fine in texture, aromatic and semi-evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Achillea millefolium 'Lachsschönheit' (Salmon Beauty) . 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 'Lachsschönheit' (Salmon Beauty) (common yarrow) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Achillea millefolium 'Lachsschönheit' (Salmon Beauty) (common yarrow) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.