Overview
Achillea vermicularis is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Achillea vermicularis 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 vermicularis is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae with evergreen foliage that keeps structure through the year. It prefers a sunny, open site and flowers from June to September. Plant it in free-draining soils of chalk, loam or sand and give it an exposed position on an east-, south- or west-facing aspect. It is fully hardy in UK gardens (H7).
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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In the garden
Achillea vermicularis sits in the daisy family as a clump-forming herbaceous perennial with evergreen leaves that maintain garden presence outside the flowering months. Place it where it will receive full sun and air movement; the species tolerates exposed sites and will hold a neat clump of foliage through milder winters. Soil should be free-draining: chalk, loam or sand all suit it provided moisture does not remain excessive. It accepts a wide soil pH range (acid to alkaline) and prefers conditions described as moist but well-drained to well-drained rather than waterlogged ground. Position plants on east-, south- or west-facing aspects where they get direct sunlight during the day. Hardiness is H7, meaning it is fully hardy across the UK and does not normally need winter protection. Use it where a persistent evergreen mound is useful in cottage or informal beds, gravel gardens and wildlife-focused areas where open, sunny conditions prevail. Expect the evergreen foliage to carry the summer display, with flowering occurring from June to September.
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 vermicularis 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 vermicularis
- 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 vermicularis?
Achillea vermicularis prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea vermicularis need?
Achillea vermicularis 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 vermicularis hardy in the UK?
Achillea vermicularis 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 vermicularis?
Propagate by division in spring.
More in the Achillea genus
- Achillea 'Pomegranate'
- Achillea 'Terracotta'Yarrow
- Achillea fil. 'Gold Plate'
- Achillea 'Apricot Delight'
- Achillea 'Fleur van Zonneveld'
- Achillea 'Inca Gold'Yarrow
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