• Achillea Terracotta
  • Achillea Terracotta
  • Achillea Terracotta
  • Achillea Terracotta
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Achillea Terracotta

Yarrow

£6.99
£6.99
Achillea ‘Terracotta’ is a hardy, long-flowering perennial with clusters of terracotta-orange blooms that gradually fade to soft yellow, beautifully complementing its feathery, grey-green foliage.
Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects. Mild, herbal scent from both flowers and foliage.
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun

    • Hardiness

      Fully hardy

    • Flowers

      June, July, August, September

    • Soil type

      Well-drained, Loamy, Sandy, Chalky

    Achillea Terracotta
    Achillea Terracotta
    Achillea Terracotta
    Achillea Terracotta

    • Why we like this plant

      Achillea 'Terracotta' offers prolonged flowering, rich colour transitions, and excellent wildlife value. Its drought tolerance and ease of care make it perfect for low-maintenance gardens, cottage borders, and contemporary planting schemes.

    • About this plant

      Achillea ‘Terracotta’ is a robust, sun-loving perennial known for its ever-changing flower colours, transitioning from deep orange to golden-yellow as the blooms mature. Its finely textured, fern-like foliage adds softness to garden borders, while its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in poor soils make it an excellent low-maintenance choice. This variety is highly attractive to pollinators, making it a perfect addition to wildlife-friendly gardens.

    • Key features

      • Unique terracotta-orange flowers that gradually fade to warm yellow.
      • Highly drought-tolerant and thrives in well-drained soils.
      • A magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

    • Height and
      spread

      60–75cm high 45–60cm spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Clump-forming, upright, and spreading perennial with strong, slender stems and fern-like foliage.

    • Moisture

      Well-drained

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Borders, prairie gardens

    Planting guide

    • Plant in full sun for best flowering
    • Allow spacing of around 30–45cm between plants
    • Grow in well-drained soil; avoid overly rich conditions to prevent flopping

    Care tips

    • Deadhead spent flowers to prolong the blooming season.
    • Divide clumps every few years in spring or autumn to maintain vigour.
    • Avoid excessive watering; Achillea prefers drier conditions.

    Winter care

    • Leave seed heads for winter interest and to provide food for birds.
      • In colder regions, cut back in late autumn or early spring to encourage fresh growth.
      • Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot in wet winters.