Overview
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens. It is native to Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Nakhichevan, Transcaucasus and Iran.
About
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' is a cultivar of yarrow, a bushy herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae family. This semi-evergreen plant typically grows to between 1 and 1.5 metres tall with a spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full height within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in full sun and can be grown in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, with soil pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Suitable for exposed sites, it is native to regions including Afghanistan and Iran, and is of interest throughout spring, summer, and winter.
About the genus
Achillea is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. The plants typically have frilly leaves and are known colloquially as yarrows, although this common name usually refers to A. millefolium.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Achillea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
- Native to
- Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Pakistan, Armenia, Uzbekistan, Nakhichevan, Transcaucasus, Iran
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety'?
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' need?
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' 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 big does Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' grow?
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' hardy in the UK?
Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety'?
Seed, Division in spring.
More in the Achillea genus
- Achillea 'Pomegranate'
- Achillea 'Terracotta'Yarrow
- Achillea fil. 'Gold Plate'
- Achillea vermicularis
- Achillea 'Apricot Delight'
- Achillea 'Fleur van Zonneveld'
- Achillea 'Inca Gold'Yarrow
- Achillea Filipendulina ex Kyrgyzstan