Overview
Achillea 'Fanal' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Achillea 'Fanal' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is attractive to pollinators. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal and cottage and informal garden.
About
Achillea 'Fanal' is a robust perennial that reaches a height of 75 cm. It features slender, intricately divided foliage and produces flat clusters of cerise red flowerheads with yellow centers during early summer.
About the genus
Achillea consists of perennial plants that can grow in a mat-forming or upright habit. These mostly herbaceous species feature leaves that may be aromatic, either pinnately divided or simple with serrated edges. The plants produce flattened clusters of small, daisy-like flower heads.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Achillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, South-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Achillea 'Fanal' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Achillea 'Fanal'
- Cultivation
- An open sunny position in a moist but well-drained soil is best, but it will tolerate most situations apart from heavy, wet clay in winter
- Pruning
- Cut back untidy foliage in spring
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Achillea 'Fanal'?
An open sunny position in a moist but well-drained soil is best, but it will tolerate most situations apart from heavy, wet clay in winter.
Where is the best place to plant Achillea 'Fanal'?
Achillea 'Fanal' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea 'Fanal' need?
Achillea 'Fanal' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How do I prune Achillea 'Fanal'?
Cut back untidy foliage in spring.
How big does Achillea 'Fanal' grow?
Achillea 'Fanal' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Achillea 'Fanal' hardy in the UK?
Achillea 'Fanal' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Achillea 'Fanal'?
Propagate by division in spring.
Is Achillea 'Fanal' good for pollinators?
Yes — Achillea 'Fanal' attracts and supports pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.