Achillea Desert Eve Yellow (Yarrow)
Among the earliest flowering yarrows, Achillea Desert Eve Yellow (Yarrow) is a gorgeous herbaceous perennial boasting a profusion of large, long-lasting clusters of bright lemon-yellow flowers. The pleasantly aromatic, semi-evergreen, green-gray fern-like foliage nicely compliments the cheerful flowers. The bright color of this Achillea is perfect for both cool and warm borders.
Among the earliest flowering yarrows, Achillea Desert Eve Yellow (Yarrow) is a gorgeous herbaceous perennial boasting a profusion of large, long-lasting clusters of bright lemon-yellow flowers. The pleasantly aromatic, semi-evergreen, green-gray fern-like foliage nicely compliments the cheerful flowers. The bright color of this Achillea is perfect for both cool and warm borders.
- Blooms for weeks from late spring to late summer, this eye-catching beauty easily enlivens any sunny corner of the garden.
- Easy care, drought, heat, humidity, deer and rabbit tolerant, this Achillea is a perennial that is rich in many qualities aside from its good looks!
- Grows up to 14-18 in. tall and wide (35-45 cm) in sturdy, upright clumps.
- Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Light shade is tolerated, but the best coloring and flowering are obtained in full sun. Dry soils are also tolerated. Avoid rich, moist soils which would cause your Yarrow to get floppy or leggy. Good drainage is essential.
- A vital ingredient of herbaceous borders, cottage gardens, meadows, or prairies. This Yarrow is also valued for the excellent quality of its cut flowers, whether in bouquets or dried floral arrangements.
- Yarrows are a must if you are trying to attract butterflies!
- Deadheading will extend the bloom season. Cutting back after initial flowering will promote a rebloom.
- Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 1 – 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A1, A2, A3 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Achillea – Yarrows |
Exposure | Full Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 15″ – 18″ (37cm – 45cm) |
Water Needs | Low |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Dried Arrangements, Cut Flowers, Fragrant, Showy, Semi-Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit, Dry Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |