Achillea ‘Terracotta’

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Achillea ‘Terracotta’ in a 2 litre plastic nursery pot.

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Summary

Description

Achillea 'Terracotta' is a stunning perennial plant that adds a warm and earthy feel to any garden. With its clusters of flat-topped, burnt orange flowers, it provides a bold and striking focal point from mid-summer to early autumn. The feathery green foliage of this plant is highly aromatic and is a great choice for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. 'Terracotta' is a hardy plant that is easy to care for and requires minimal maintenance. It looks great when planted in groups, mixed borders, or as part of a naturalistic planting scheme. This plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil, and can be pruned back in early spring to promote a more compact and bushy growth habit.

Key Facts

  • Common Name(s):Yarrow 'Terracotta'
  • Hardiness:Fully hardy
  • How big will I get? Achillea 'Terracotta' can grow to a height of 1m and a spread of 0.5m.
  • Did You Know That:The name Achillea comes from the Greek character Achilles who was said to treat his wounds with the plant?

Plant Calendar

A rough guide to how this plant will change through the year.

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Flowering Time
Foliage Colour
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Care Guide

Soil Requirements

Achillea 'Terracotta' is a versatile plant and can cope with wet or drier soils, but prefers there to be decent drainage. This plant can grow in soil with a wide range of pH levels, it is not picky about the pH level of the soil.

Best Position

Achillea 'Terracotta' prefers an exposed position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.

Maintenance

Achillea 'Terracotta' should be deadheaded regularly to encourage more blooms. This will prevent the plant spending energy producing seed, any remaining foliage can then be cut back in early Spring to encourage growth through the growing season.

Pest, Diseases and Wildlife

Achillea 'Terracotta' can have problems with aphids, it can be vulnerable to certain diseases such as powdery mildews. It is also known to attract bees, butterflies, birds and other pollinators. It is toxic to cats, dogs and horses.

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