
Flattened clusters of pale, creamy-yellow blooms (5-10cm across) held on gently branching stems above the greyish-green leaves, emerge in mid to late summer.
'Taygetea' is happy in hot, dry spots and works well mixed with grasses for a wild-looking prairie border.
Pollinating insects also love the ‘landing pad’ nature of the flowerheads.
'Taygetea' is happy in hot, dry spots and works well mixed with grasses for a wild-looking prairie border.
Pollinating insects also love the ‘landing pad’ nature of the flowerheads.
How to care for Achillea Taygetea:
Achillea prefer well-drained soil and can suffer during very wet winters. To protect plants that are susceptible to rot in wet winter conditions, ensure they are planted in well-draining soil and consider adding grit or sand to the surrounding planting area to improve drainage. Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture.
In exposed positions stake using bamboo canes or brushwood before the flowers appear.
Cut down to the ground in late winter, but resist the urge to do this earlier, as the seed heads offer a food source for birds and are attractive in low winter light.
Lift and divide large clumps in late autumn or early spring.
In exposed positions stake using bamboo canes or brushwood before the flowers appear.
Cut down to the ground in late winter, but resist the urge to do this earlier, as the seed heads offer a food source for birds and are attractive in low winter light.
Lift and divide large clumps in late autumn or early spring.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.6m
Eventual spread:
0.45m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Chalky
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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