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Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea (Egyptian yarrow)
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0.6m
Max height
Max height
0.6m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea
Other names
Egyptian yarrow, Achillea aegyptiaca, Achillea 'Taygetea'
Genus
Achillea Achillea
Species
A. aegyptiaca var. taygetea - A. aegyptiaca var. taygetea is an upright, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with aromatic, finely-divided, grey-green leaves and erect, leafy stems bearing flat umbels of yellow flowers throughout summer.
Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea is: Evergreen
Habit
Erect flower stem, Clump-forming
Flower
Yellow in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids Aphids
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut back untidy leaves in spring.
Propagation methods
Division
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Where to grow
Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea (Egyptian yarrow) will reach a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.6m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Prairie planting, Low Maintenance, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders
Cultivation
Best in moist but well-drained soil in an exposed, sunny site. Tolerates most conditions except for heavy clay in winter. Drought tolerant once established.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea
Other names
Egyptian yarrow, Achillea aegyptiaca, Achillea 'Taygetea'
Genus
Achillea Achillea
Species
A. aegyptiaca var. taygetea - A. aegyptiaca var. taygetea is an upright, clump-forming, evergreen perennial with aromatic, finely-divided, grey-green leaves and erect, leafy stems bearing flat umbels of yellow flowers throughout summer.
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Erect flower stem, Clump-forming
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Colour
Flower
Yellow in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in All seasons
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut back untidy leaves in spring.
Propagation methods
Division
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Where to grow
Achillea aegyptiaca var. taygetea (Egyptian yarrow) will reach a height of 0.6m and a spread of 0.6m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Prairie planting, Low Maintenance, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Beds and borders
Cultivation
Best in moist but well-drained soil in an exposed, sunny site. Tolerates most conditions except for heavy clay in winter. Drought tolerant once established.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Exposed
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
USDA zones
Zone 8, Zone 7, Zone 6, Zone 5, Zone 4, Zone 3
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