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Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii (Showy milfoil)
2 hours care
per year
per year
0.5m
Max height
Max height
0.5m
Max spread
Max spread
2-5 years
To maturity
To maturity
Plant details
Botanical name
Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii
Other names
Showy milfoil, Nobile yarrow, Creamy yarrow
Genus
Achillea Achillea
Species
A. nobilis subsp. neilreichii - A. nobilis subsp. neilreichii is a spreading or creeping, deciduous perennial with finely-divided, grey-green leaves and upright stems bearing flat clusters of small, cream flower heads from late spring to late summer.
Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii is: Deciduous
Habit
Erect flower stem, Creeping
Flower
Cream in Spring; Cream in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in Spring; Grey-green in Summer; Grey-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Aphids Aphids
Powdery mildew Powdery mildew
General care
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering. Cut back after flowering.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii (Showy milfoil) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Rock, Low Maintenance, Ground Cover, Gravel, Edging, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Wildlife
Cultivation
Grow is well-drained, preferably neutral to alkaline, sandy loam in sun with shelter from strong winds. Avoid heavy clay. Tolerates drought and hot, humid summers. Tolerates poor soil if drainage is good.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
UK hardiness Note: We are working to update our ratings. Thanks for your patience.
Hardy (H4)
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Botanical name
Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii
Other names
Showy milfoil, Nobile yarrow, Creamy yarrow
Genus
Achillea Achillea
Species
A. nobilis subsp. neilreichii - A. nobilis subsp. neilreichii is a spreading or creeping, deciduous perennial with finely-divided, grey-green leaves and upright stems bearing flat clusters of small, cream flower heads from late spring to late summer.
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Erect flower stem, Creeping
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Colour
Flower
Cream in Spring; Cream in Summer
Foliage
Grey-green in Spring; Grey-green in Summer; Grey-green in Autumn
How to care
Watch out for
Specific pests
Specific diseases
General care
Pruning
Deadhead to prolong flowering. Cut back after flowering.
Propagation methods
Division, Seed
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Where to grow
Achillea nobilis subsp. neilreichii (Showy milfoil) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
Suggested uses
Rock, Low Maintenance, Ground Cover, Gravel, Edging, Drought Tolerant, Cottage/Informal, Wildlife
Cultivation
Grow is well-drained, preferably neutral to alkaline, sandy loam in sun with shelter from strong winds. Avoid heavy clay. Tolerates drought and hot, humid summers. Tolerates poor soil if drainage is good.
Soil type
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Soil drainage
Well-drained
Soil pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Light
Full Sun
Aspect
South, East, West
Exposure
Sheltered
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
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