Overview
Achillea 'Pink Lady' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Achillea 'Pink Lady' 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 'Pink Lady' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial cultivar of the Achillea genus, known for its evergreen foliage and small, daisy-like flower heads arranged in flattened clusters. This plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating exposed conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, 'Pink Lady' is ideal for cottage, informal, gravel, and wildlife gardens, offering interest throughout spring and summer. Propagation is best done by division in spring.
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 'Pink Lady' 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 'Pink Lady'
- 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 'Pink Lady'?
Achillea 'Pink Lady' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea 'Pink Lady' need?
Achillea 'Pink Lady' 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 'Pink Lady' hardy in the UK?
Achillea 'Pink Lady' 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 'Pink Lady'?
Propagate by division in spring.
More in the Achillea genus
- Achillea 'Pomegranate'
- Achillea 'Terracotta'Yarrow
- Achillea atrata
- Achillea cretica
- Achillea fil. 'Gold Plate'
- Achillea millefoliumcommon yarrow
- Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series)
- Achillea millefolium 'Circus'yarrow 'Circus'