Lilac Beauty
Yarrow(Achillea millefolium)
A mat-forming yarrow bearing long-lasting, flat-topped clusters of lavender-lilac flowers that fade to paler lavender-pink with age. Valued for its unusual soft purple coloring, long bloom season and appeal to bees and butterflies.
Flavor Profile
Ferny basal foliage is aromatic with the characteristic yarrow scent.
Visual Characteristics
Ferny gray-green basal leaves; flat-topped flowerheads of rosy lilac-purple florets fading to lavender-pink. Grows about 60-80 cm tall (stems commonly around 60 cm) and up to 60 cm wide.
Growing Tips
Grow in an open, sunny position in well-drained soil (tolerates lean, gritty, dry soils); blooms roughly June to September. Deadhead to prolong flowering and divide periodically to control spread.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Vigorous and hardy (to about -15C); standard yarrow foliar diseases (mildew, rust) possible in humid conditions.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.