Overview
Achillea sibirica is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Achillea sibirica 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 sibirica is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Achillea genus, known for its evergreen foliage. This plant thrives in full sun and can be grown in exposed positions with well-drained soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. It flowers in spring and summer, producing flattened clusters of small, daisy-like flower heads typical of the Asteraceae family. Suitable for cottage, informal, gravel, and wildlife gardens, Achillea sibirica is hardy to UK zone H7 and is best propagated 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 sibirica 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 sibirica
- 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 sibirica?
Achillea sibirica prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea sibirica need?
Achillea sibirica 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 sibirica hardy in the UK?
Achillea sibirica 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 sibirica?
Propagate by 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