Overview
Achillea × taygetea of gardens is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Achillea × taygetea of gardens 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, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Achillea × taygetea of gardens is a clump-forming cultivar of the Achillea genus, which belongs to the Asteraceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun and is suitable for south, east, or west-facing aspects, even in exposed locations. It prefers well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is ideal for cottage and informal gardens, gravel gardens, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. Propagation is best achieved through 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
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Achillea × taygetea of gardens size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Achillea × taygetea of gardens
- Propagation
- Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Achillea × taygetea of gardens?
Achillea × taygetea of gardens prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea × taygetea of gardens need?
Achillea × taygetea of gardens 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 well-drained.
Is Achillea × taygetea of gardens hardy in the UK?
Achillea × taygetea of gardens 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 × taygetea of gardens?
Division in spring.
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More in the Achillea genus
- Achillea 'Pomegranate'
- Achillea 'Terracotta'Yarrow
- Achillea fil. 'Gold Plate'
- Achillea filipendulinafern-leaf yarrow
- Achillea vermicularis
- Achillea 'Apricot Delight'
- Achillea 'Fleur van Zonneveld'
- Achillea 'Inca Gold'Yarrow