Coronation Gold Yarrow
Achillea x 'Coronation Gold'
SKU
00056
Small, deep yellow flowers in huge clusters on sturdy stems above the silvery gray foliage. Drought resistant plant blends well with western and Mediterranean natives in well-drained soils. Flowers hold color when dried. Herbaceous.
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Full sun
Once established, needs only occasional watering.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | a-KIL-lee-uh |
|---|---|
| Lore | Achillea is a natural coagulant herb carried by Greek and Roman warriors into the battlefield to treat wounds. |
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate to fast growth to 3 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Design Ideas | Perfect plant for the arid perennial border. A traditional component of herb gardens due to its aromatic foliage and everlasting flowers. Fits nicely into pots, beds and borders of Mediterranean style compositions. May naturalize to provide interest along wild garden dry stream beds, banks and open spaces. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Garden Style | Cottage, Mediterranean |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Firescaping/Fire Wise, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Cutting Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Flower & Rose Food |
| Special Feature | Attracts Butterflies, Easy Care, Tolerates Poor Soils, Waterwise, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, needs only occasional watering. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. For a neat appearance, remove old foliage before new leaves emerge. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years in early spring.
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 2 - 9
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