Achillea filipendulina Cloth of Gold (Fern-Leaf Yarrow)

One of the tallest Yarrows, award-winner Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' (Fern-Leaf Yarrow) is a showy herbaceous perennial boasting a profusion of bright yellow flattened clusters from early to late summer. Sitting atop erect leafy stems, the blossoms float above the elegant, semi-evergreen, deep green, fern-like leaves. The foliage emits a spicy aroma when crushed. Easy care, drought, heat, humidity, and deer tolerant, this towering beauty is perfect for sunny borders, cottage gardens, or containers.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
• Grows up to 3-4 ft. tall (90-120 cm) and spreads 18-24 in. (45-60 cm).
• Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Dry soils are tolerated. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils.
• 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.
• No serious pest or disease issues. Keep an eye out for aphids, and powdery mildew. Deer resistant.
• Deadhead spent flower heads to encourage additional bloom.
• Cut back untidy foliage in spring.
• Propagate by division in spring.
• Achillea filipendulina species is native to central and southwestern Asia (Kazakhstan, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Turkey, Caucasus).
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.