Overview
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi 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 'Walther Funcke' 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, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.
About
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' is a bushy, semi-evergreen herbaceous perennial yarrow belonging to the genus Achillea in the family Asteraceae. It 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 suited to south-, west-, or east-facing aspects, tolerating exposed conditions. It prefers moist but well-drained or well-drained soils of chalk, loam, or sand types, across acid, alkaline, or neutral pH levels. 'Walther Funcke' is notable for its interest during the winter season.
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
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- 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 'Walther Funcke'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Achillea 'Walther Funcke'?
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Achillea 'Walther Funcke' need?
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' 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 'Walther Funcke' grow?
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' 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 'Walther Funcke' hardy in the UK?
Achillea 'Walther Funcke' 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 'Walther Funcke'?
Seed, 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