Achillea millefolium ‘Skysail Yellow’

Description

Quick Facts

Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium ‘Skysail Yellow’
Common Name: Yarrow
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Mature Height: Approx. 45–60cm
Mature Spread: Approx. 45–60cm
Flowering Period: Summer
Flower Colour: Soft yellow
Foliage Colour: Grey-green, finely divided
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil
Aspect: Full sun
Maintenance: Low

Description

Achillea millefolium ‘Skysail Yellow’ is a lovely, easy-going perennial that brings soft yellow colour and a light, airy texture to the summer garden. Its fine, ferny foliage forms a neat base, while the flat flower heads rise above it beautifully, giving a relaxed but still structured feel to borders and planting schemes.

A brilliant choice for sunny spots, this yarrow is ideal for adding long-lasting colour, pollinator-friendly planting and a natural, meadow-like feel to the garden.

Caragh Garden Notebook

Planting:
Plant in spring or autumn in well-drained soil in a sunny position. It dislikes heavy, wet ground, so good drainage is important.

Watering:
Water well after planting and during dry spells while it establishes. Once settled, it is quite tolerant of drier conditions.

Feeding:
A light mulch of compost in spring is usually enough.

Seasonal Care & Tidy-Up:
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further flowering and cut back after the main display if needed to keep the plant tidy.

Pests & Problems:
Generally trouble-free and reliable when grown in the right conditions.

Design Notes:
Beautiful in cottage gardens, prairie-style borders and pollinator planting schemes. It pairs well with grasses, echinacea, salvias and other sun-loving perennials.