Achillea x huteri (Hueter yarrow) — Clump forming

Overview

Achillea x huteri is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Achillea, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Achillea x huteri 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 x huteri is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Achillea in the Asteraceae family. It features evergreen foliage and thrives in full sun, making it suitable for east-, south-, or west-facing aspects, even in exposed locations. This cultivar grows well in a variety of soil types, including chalk, loam, and sand, with a preference for moist but well-drained to well-drained conditions across acid, alkaline, or neutral pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is ideal for cottage, informal, gravel, and wildlife gardens, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation is best done 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 x huteri 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 x huteri

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 x huteri?

Achillea x huteri prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.

What soil does Achillea x huteri need?

Achillea x huteri 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.