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Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 7b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H3   Australia:   1  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 15 - 30 cm (6 - 12 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type
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Description The herbaceous perennial Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea' (wooly yarrow) bears showy and pastel yellow blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant has matte, coarse textured, aromatic and evergreen foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden and ground cover.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea' .
Cautions Be advised that Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea' (wooly yarrow) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control.