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Achillea 'Moonshine'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 20 - 60 cm (0.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Achillea 'Moonshine' (gordaldo) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte, medium textured and aromatic foliage that is greyish green in colour. Achillea 'Moonshine' (gordaldo) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Achillea 'Moonshine' tolerates drought, compacted soil and salt, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.