Common Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)-Hort Answers - University of Illinois Extension
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Common Yarrow
Achillea millefolium

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Achillea 'Red Velvet'
Achillea 'Red Velvet'
 
Features
 
 
Culture
Full sun and well-drained soil. When put in very fertile soil will tend to spread quicker and have a more open habit. 
 
Cultivars

'Terracotta' 2-3 feet peach colored flowers fade to terracotta

'Angelique' 2-3 feet dark red flowers

'Appleblossom' 18-24 inches lilac pink flowers

'Ortels Rose' 12-18 inches pink flowers, very strong grower

 
 
Mature Height
1-2 Feet
 
Size
Medium
 
 
USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 9 
 
Bloom Color
Orange
Pink
Red
Yellow
 
 
Bloom Season
June - September
 
Soil Conditions
Dry
 
 
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Sun
 
 
Foliage Color
Silver/White
 
 
Pests and Problems

Environmental Damage

Fungal Disease

Insect Damage


Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:

Rust, botrytis, aphids, mealy bug
 
Additional Notes
Overly fertile soils result in rapidly spreading plants that tend to flop.

 

 
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