Yarrow ‘Red Velvet’ (Achillea millefolium ‘Red Velvet’)

Yarrow ‘Red Velvet’ (Achillea millefolium ‘Red Velvet’) is a perennial plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 50cm – 1.5m wide.

This plant is commonly known as yarrow ‘Red Velvet’.

This is a deciduous plant that takes 2-5 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: yarrow ‘Red Velvet’
Scientific name: Achillea millefolium ‘Red Velvet’
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Mat forming
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 50cm – 1.5m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun
Soil: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Moisture: Moist but well drained, Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Informal Garden
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding, Ground Cover
Other characteristics: Plants for pollinators, RHS Award of Garden Merit

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