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Achillea millefolium 'Terracotta'

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 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 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 'Terracotta' (common yarrow) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and faded yellow blossoms during early summer to late summer. The matte foliage is greyish green in colour, fine in texture, fragrant 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 'Terracotta' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and compacted soil.
Cautions The growth rate of Achillea millefolium 'Terracotta' (common yarrow) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Achillea millefolium 'Terracotta' (common yarrow) may be invasive.