Achillea
Moonshine
Yarrow, Sneezewort
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Medium 2' (Plant 16" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Early Summer to Late Summer
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
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Zones:
3-10
Find Your Zone
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Sandy, Acidic
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Flower Color / Accent:
Yellow /
Yellow
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Best blue-gray foliage frosted with silver highlights. This classical selection produces dense sulfur-yellow flower heads. "Moonshine" is still one of the most popular garden varieties today. Combines well with other garden selections especially when used in sharp contrast with Cranesbill Geranium Purple Pillow. This hybrid does not spread.
Features to Note:
- Deer Resistant
- Good for Cut Flowers
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- Attracts Butterflies
- Humidity Tolerant
- Good for Dried Flowers
- Winter Interest
- Hot Dry site tolerant
- Scented Foliage
- For a sunny spot
General Information:
Achillea are perfect for that hard-to-grow spot in your garden. Tolerant of drought, wind and heat; these selections grow well in almost any soil type. Excellent fresh cut flowers or dried. Flowers from summer to early fall and blooms are irresistible to butterflies.
Plant Care:
Remove spent blossoms to promote continuous flowering. Plants can be cleaned up spring or fall. Leave any fresh fall foliage to overwinter. Likes a well drained soil. Divide in spring or fall every 4-5 years.
