Achillea 'Summerwine'

Also Known As

Achillea 'Summer Wine'
Summer Wine Yarrow

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-10b

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Achillea 'Summerwine' plant details

Achillea 'Summerwine' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea 'Summerwine'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: burgundy blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea 'Summerwine'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This selection of Yarrow has deep red flowers. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

A robust 2' selection, probably from A. millefolium parentage, with feathery green foliage. Flowers are a dark red-burgundy and bloom later than most, summer to fall.

By: Native Sons

A rich burgundy red bloom that fades to a blush rose as it ages. Remove spent flowers for a late summer rebloom.

By: Cactus Jungle

Garden photo gallery of Achillea 'Summerwine'

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Gardening facts about Achillea 'Summerwine' plant

How to Grow Achillea 'Summerwine'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- burgundy
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen