Achillea consists of perennial plants that can grow in a mat-forming or upright habit. These mostly herbaceous species feature leaves that may be aromatic, either pinnately divided or simple with serrated edges. The plants produce flattened clusters of small, daisy-like flower heads.

Achillea filipendulina 'Hymne'

Achillea filipendulina 'Neugold'

Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety' is a robust, spreading perennial that develops rhizomes. It features hairy, finely divided grey-green foliage and produces flat clusters of vivid golden-yellow blooms from May through August. This plant is well-suited for prairie-style landscaping.

Achillea filipendulina 'Parker's Variety'

Achillea filipendulina var. alba

Achillea fraasii

Achillea fraasii var. troiana

Achillea fragrantissima

Achillea glaberrima

Achillea glaberrima 'Gold Spray'

Achillea glaberrima hybrid

Achillea grandifolia 'Friv.' is a herbaceous perennial that typically grows between 40 and 100 centimeters tall. It features grey-green stems that become woody at the base. The leaves are adorned with fine silvery hairs on both surfaces, lending them a distinctive grey-green hue. These leaves range from 7 to 20 centimeters in length and 5 to 10 centimeters in width, displaying a shape that varies from flat and lanceolate to broadly ovate. They are deeply pinnatifid or pinnatisect with 4 to 6, occasionally 8, pairs of cuneate-lanceolate segments. In early summer, this plant produces dense corymbs measuring 5 to 20 centimeters across, each composed of 50 to 250 flower heads. Each head typically features 4 to 5 white ray florets. Care should be taken to distinguish this species from Tanacetum macrophyllum.

Achillea grandifolia Friv.

Achillea holosericea

Achillea horanszkyi

Achillea hybrid

Achillea impatiens

Achillea leptophylla

Achillea ligustica

Achillea lingulata

Achillea lingulata var. buglossis

Achillea macedonica

Achillea macrophylla is a robust perennial, reaching heights of 40 to 100 cm. It features coarsely dissected, fern-like green foliage. The plant produces upright, branched stems that culminate in clusters of small white flowers during the summer months. Each flower has recurved petals and a yellow center.

Achillea macrophylla

Achillea maritima is a perennial subshrub that retains its foliage year-round, growing to a height of approximately 10–50 cm. It features small, oblong leaves covered in a silvery, woolly texture. From June through September, this plant produces aromatic yellow flower heads measuring 8–10 mm in diameter. The leaves release a robust herbal fragrance, especially when crushed.

Achillea maritima

Achillea micrantha Willd.

Achillea millefolium is a spreading wildflower native to the region, characterized by its slender, fragrant, finely dissected foliage. In summer, it produces flat clusters of diminutive flowers that can be found in shades of white, cream, or pink.

Achillea millefolium

Achillea millefolium 'Angie' (Song Siren Series)

Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' (Tutti Frutti Series) is a compact perennial that reaches a height of approximately 50 cm. Its fragrant, feathery leaves typically remain as a basal rosette through the winter. From early to late summer, it produces flower clusters measuring 5-10 cm in diameter, which begin as rose pink and gradually transition to a soft apricot shade.

Achillea millefolium 'Apricot Delight' (Tutti Frutti Series)

Achillea millefolium 'Bloodstone'

Achillea millefolium 'Bright Cerise'

Achillea millefolium 'Burgundy'

Achillea millefolium 'Carla Hussey'

Achillea millefolium 'Cassis' is a perennial that forms a compact clump featuring finely dissected, deep green leaves. Its upright stems can reach heights of up to 60 cm and are adorned with broad clusters of small, deep cherry-red blooms, each showcasing a white center. This plant flowers from summer through autumn.

Achillea millefolium 'Cassis'

Achillea millefolium 'Cerise Queen' is a robust perennial that typically reaches heights of around 60 cm. It forms a loose mat of finely divided dark green leaves and produces clusters of magenta pink blooms adorned with white disc florets during the summer and autumn months.

Achillea millefolium 'Cerise Queen'

Achillea millefolium 'Chamois'

Achillea millefolium 'Cherry King'

Achillea millefolium 'Christel'

Achillea millefolium 'Christine'

Achillea millefolium 'Circus'

Achillea millefolium 'Cottage White'

Achillea millefolium 'Crazy Little Thing'

Achillea millefolium 'Crimson Beauty'

Achillea millefolium 'Crème de la Crème' (Rainbow Series)

Achillea millefolium 'Darcies Cherry Red' is a perennial that forms a compact clump with finely dissected, dark green leaves. The upright stems can reach approximately 60 cm in height. From late spring through summer, it produces flat-topped clusters of small, deep cherry-red blooms. This hardy selection is well-suited for warmer summers in the UK and adds vibrant color to mid-border plantings. It was introduced in 2019, chosen for its enhanced flower vibrancy and improved foliage compared to older varieties.

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