Overview
Achillea 'Taygetea' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen 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 'Taygetea' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
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
Plant details
Achillea 'Taygetea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Achillea 'Taygetea'?
Achillea 'Taygetea' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea 'Taygetea' need?
Achillea 'Taygetea' 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 'Taygetea' grow?
Achillea 'Taygetea' 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.
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'