Achillea millefolium 'Cerise Queen' (Kirschkonigin)
Achillea millefolium 'Kirschkonigin' - Yarrow
More About Achillea millefolium Cerise Queen ('Kirschkonigin')
- A cerise-red cultivar with masses of flat-topped, clusters of flowers
- Drought and heat tolerant and likes a well-drained soil
- Good for cut flowers, dried or fresh
- Fragrant, fern-like foliage
- Deer and rabbit resistant
- Bloom Time: Early to late summer
Interesting Notes:
The name Achillea comes from Greek mythology and as legend has it, was used to treat war wounds during battle.
Zone:
3Height:
50-75 cmSpread:
50-60 cmColour:
Red,Pink (deep)Yarrow Growing and Maintenance Tips
Remove faded flowers to stimulate blooming. This perennial spreads quickly, so divide clumps in early spring or late fall. Yarrows are very easy to grow even for the inexperienced gardener. Grows in many soil conditions and is suitable for hot, dry locations.
Achillea millefolium Cerise Queen ('Kirschkonigin') Characteristics
Full Sun
Attracts Butterflies
Fast
Rabbit Resistant
Deer Resistant
Dried Flower/Foliage
Long Blooming
Heat Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Fragrant
Cut Flower/Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Soil Moisture
Moist to AverageAverage to Dry Soils
Flowering Time
Lt. Sum-FallSummer
Habit
ClumpingFoliage Color
Green (dark)Suitable Substitutions for Achillea millefolium 'Cerise Queen' (Kirschkonigin)
