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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
$10.33
18cm Pan
$20.83
1gal
$20.83
  • 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
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.