Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' (Yarrow 'Pretty Belinda') — Matforming

Overview

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is drought resistant. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' is a matforming herbaceous perennial yarrow belonging to the genus Achillea in the family Asteraceae. It features deciduous foliage and typically grows to a height and spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. 'Pretty Belinda' is drought resistant and provides interest during summer and winter seasons.

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, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Matforming
Foliage: Deciduous
Height: 0.1-0.5 metres
Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height: 2-5 years
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Achillea 'Pretty Belinda'

Propagation: Seed, Division in spring
Pest resistance: Aphids
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Achillea 'Pretty Belinda'?

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' need?

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' 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 'Pretty Belinda' grow?

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.

Is Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' hardy in the UK?

Achillea 'Pretty Belinda' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.