Description
Achillea filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ is a cultivar of the species Achillea filipendulina, commonly known as fern-leaved yarrow or golden yarrow. It is a hardy, herbaceous perennial that is native to Europe and Asia. It’s a long-blooming, easy-care plant, with golden-yellow, flat-topped flower heads that are attractive to pollinators, it can be planted in the border, cottage gardens, wildflower gardens, meadows, and it could also be used in container gardens or as a cut flower.
Key Facts
- Common Name(s):Yarrow ‘Cloth of Gold’
- Hardiness:Fully hardy
- How big will I get? Achillea filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ can grow to a height of 2m and a spread of 1m.
- 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.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | June | July | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| Flowering Time |  |
|
|
|
||||||||
| Foliage Colour |  |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
| |
|
|
|
||||||||
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Care Guide
Soil Requirements
Achillea filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ prefers moist but well-draining soil. 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 filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ prefers an exposed position and requires full sun to thrive, this consists of more than six hours of direct sunshine per day.
Maintenance
Achillea filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ 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 filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ 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.
