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Achillea millefolium 'Cameo'

Also Known As

  • Cameo Yarrow

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 3a-10b

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Achillea millefolium 'Cameo' plant details

Achillea millefolium 'Cameo' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer apricot 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. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, pollution tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Achillea millefolium 'Cameo'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements

GROWING CONDITIONS for Achillea millefolium 'Cameo'

USDA Zones: 3a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat, pollution, seaside / salt and wind
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely and oh so easy to grow! This peach-hued “yarrow” opens creamy white then darkens to a dusky rose while its lacy foliage provides a touch of delicate beauty to almost any setting - from cottage gardens to patio containers. This compact hybrid is perfect for slipping into the front of a bed or a neglected sidewalk strip! Densely packed old-fashioned pink umbels bloom Spring to Fall on tall stems held high above the foliage. Its blooms make beautiful cut flowers, and attract butterflies. This tough cookie can handle major heat, drought, and poor soils including clay! Plus, it’s deer and rabbit resistant! Provide full sun and consistent water in its first year then let it adapt to low water. Evergreen in warm Winter areas.

Gardening facts about Achillea millefolium 'Cameo' plant

How to Grow Achillea millefolium 'Cameo'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

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

    • heat tolerant
    • pollution tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • wind tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • apricot
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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