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Achillea tomentosa Aurea

Yarrow

Soft, grayish-green foliage forms a carpet, providing a good ground cover for hot, dry locations.

  • »  Dwarf, carpet-forming cultivar of yarrow, suitable for rock gardens
  • »  Compact fuzzy grey-green foliage
  • »  Yellow flowers
  • »  Foliage remains through the winter
  • »  Bloom Time: Early summer

9cm Potted
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  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:15-20 cm
  • Spread:20-30 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Slow
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Heat Tolerant
• Long Blooming
• Salt Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Xeriscape
Flowering Time
• Lt. Spr-Sum
• Summer
Habit
• Compact
• Trailing
Foliage Color
• Gray
• Green
Landscape uses
• Ground cover
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea'

The name Achillea comes from Greek mythology and as legend has it, was used to treat war wounds during battle.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Achillea tomentosa 'Aurea'

Good drainage is important for Achillea tomentosa as winter wet will cause rotting. Prune flowers after they are finished blooming to keep the plant neat and tidy. Easy care perennial.