achillea millefolium 'saucy seduction' (yarrow)
$15.95
- fuchsia-pink clusters of flowers, centred with white eyes
- flowers fade to a medium-pink tone
- excellent cut flower, dried or fresh
- compact plant, great for massing and borders
- bloom time: early summer to early fall
- the name achillea comes from greek mythology and as legend has it, was used to treat war wounds during battle
- zone 4
- height 45-50cm
- spread 45-60cm
- colour deep pink
- yarrow are very easy to grow even for the inexperienced gardener
- grows in many soil conditions
- deadheading will promote new blooms and keep the plant compact
- full sun and part sun/shade
- attracts butterflies
- fast growing
- deer resistance
- long blooming
- heat tolerant
- salt tolerant
- drought tolerant
- low maintenance
- fragrant
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)