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Achillea clavennae

Also Known As

  • Silver Yarrow

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-8"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Achillea clavennae plant details

Achillea clavennae is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. 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. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea clavennae

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea clavennae

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, wind
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tight, tufted perennial to 6" with deeply cut silver-gray foliage and clear white flowers. An excellent choice for rock gardens in full sun. Alps.

Gardening facts about Achillea clavennae plant

How to Grow Achillea clavennae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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