Plant Number: 1.010.190 |
Dwarf Yarrow
Achillea × lewisii ‘King Edward’
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A low carpet-forming species of Yarrow, quite different from the taller types grown as border perennials. Suitable for edging a sunny border, in the rock garden or alpine trough garden. It forms a low carpet of fuzzy olive-green leaves, producing small clusters of primrose-yellow flowers on taller stems in early summer. Sometimes used as a groundcover in small areas. Removing faded flowers will encourage more buds to form. Prune off flower stems after blooming is finished. Dislikes heavy clay soil. Divide every 2 to 3 years, in spring or early fall. |
Zone 3 to Zone 9 |
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Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Type Normal Sandy Clay Soil pH Acid Alkaline Neutral Soil Moisture Dry Care Level Moderate Foot Traffic Occasional Rate of Spread Slow |
Flower Colour Creamy Yellow Blooming Time Early Summer Late Spring Mid Summer Foliage Color Grey Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Containers Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Fragrant Ground Cover Flower Head Size Small Height 15-20 cm 6-8 inches Spread 20-30 cm 8-12 inches |
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