Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow

Achillea millefolium 'Desred' PP #22,333

Pronunciation: a-KIL-lee-uh mill-ee-FOH-lee-um
SKU #43236
4-9

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LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 3 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 16 to 20 in. tall, 18 to 24 in. wide.

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Description A carefree, compact, early-flowering variety with vibrant blooms and ferny foliage. Big, flat clusters of small, deep brick-red flowers attract butterflies. Heat loving, waterwise, fuss-free color for sunny borders or containers. Great color and texture for cut flower arrangements, fresh or dried. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom Time Summer
Deciduous/Evergreen Herbaceous
Special Features Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/Solutions Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate Moderate
Flower Attributes Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent Act Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use Border, Container
Flower Color Red
Foliage Color Green
Companion Plants Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum)
Care Instructions Thrives in lean to average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in landscape, tolerates periodic dry spells; continue to water container plants regularly, when soil surface becomes dry. For a tidy appearance, remove spent flower stems.
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DescriptionA carefree, compact, early-flowering variety with vibrant blooms and ferny foliage. Big, flat clusters of small, deep brick-red flowers attract butterflies. Heat loving, waterwise, fuss-free color for sunny borders or containers. Great color and texture for cut flower arrangements, fresh or dried. An herbaceous perennial.
Bloom TimeSummer
Deciduous/EvergreenHerbaceous
Special FeaturesAttracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers
Patent ActAsexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container
Flower ColorRed
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsBlanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in lean to average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in landscape, tolerates periodic dry spells; continue to water container plants regularly, when soil surface becomes dry. For a tidy appearance, remove spent flower stems.

Frequently asked questions

Does Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow produce flowers?
Summer
Is Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow evergreen or deciduous?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow is Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow grow?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow in my landscape?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow flowers?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow?
Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow?
Good companion plants for Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow include: Blanket Flower (Gaillardia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Desert Eve™ Red Yarrow?
Thrives in lean to average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system. Once established in landscape, tolerates periodic dry spells; continue to water container plants regularly, when soil surface becomes dry. For a tidy appearance, remove spent flower stems.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.