Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' |
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Photo Courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
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Lucious apple-red and paprika colored flowers with sulphur yellow centers are among the most beautiful of all yarrows. From early to late summer, tall flower stems are topped with flat heads of these brightly colored blossoms. This variety blooms about a week later than A. 'Moonshine'.
The stems of this variety are particularly strong where nighttime temperatures are consistantly below 70 degrees F. Plants grown in warmer zones may require staking.
This species has grey-green, ferny leaves that form a low, spreading clump. It is a quick spreader and can form large masses if left unchecked.
Origin: Not Native to North America
Characteristics:
Height:
24 Inches
Spread:
24 Inches
Flower Color:
Red shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sun or Shade?:
Full sun (> 6 hrs. direct sun)
Wet or dry?:
Low water needs
Average water needs
Want to see wings?:
Attracts butterflies
Need critter resistant plants?:
Deer resistant
Rabbit resistant
How fast should it grow?:
Rapid
When should it bloom?:
Early summer
Midsummer
How's your soil?:
Poor Soil
Average Soil
Sweet or Sour Soil?:
Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0)
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0)
What's your garden style?:
Container/Patio
Prairie
Eclectic
Yarrow is one of the easiest perennials to grow and is a good choice for beginners. All it needs is full sun and well-drained soil. It thrives in average to poor soil and is drought tolerant once established. Plants grown in rich soil tend to be tall and floppy. After the flowers have faded, cut the plant back by half. This will likely stimulate a second flush of blooms in late summer. Do not let plants go to seed. Most varieties do not come true from seed. Divide every few years to keep plants to a manageable size.