About
Achillea millefolium 'Darcies Cherry Red' is a perennial that forms a compact clump with finely dissected, dark green leaves. The upright stems can reach approximately 60 cm in height. From late spring through summer, it produces flat-topped clusters of small, deep cherry-red blooms. This hardy selection is well-suited for warmer summers in the UK and adds vibrant color to mid-border plantings. It was introduced in 2019, chosen for its enhanced flower vibrancy and improved foliage compared to older varieties.
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
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 1-2 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Grow in an open, sunny position in well-drained soil
- Pruning
- Cut back stems throughout summer to encourage more flowers. In winter you can leave the seed/flower heads on as they provide great structure to a winter garden, but are also homes for insects for the winter.
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed or by division in the spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews