Overview
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) 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 and wildlife gardens.
About
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the Achillea genus, known for its mat-forming or upright habit and small, daisy-like flower clusters. This evergreen cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating exposed conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, 'Angie' is ideal for cottage, informal, gravel, and wildlife gardens, with interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by division in spring.
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
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series)
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series)?
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) need?
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) 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.
Is Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) hardy in the UK?
Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series) 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 millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series)?
Propagate by division in spring.
More in the Achillea genus
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- Achillea 'Terracotta'Yarrow
- Achillea fil. 'Gold Plate'
- Achillea vermicularis
- Achillea 'Apricot Delight'
- Achillea 'Fleur van Zonneveld'
- Achillea 'Inca Gold'Yarrow
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