Achillea — 6 species
Botanical species in the genus Achillea recorded in the PlantPeers database.
Achillea ageratum
Achillea ageratum
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Hardy to about -20°c. Succeeds in most soils but prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. It also succeeds in partial shade.
Full cultivation guide →Achillea alpina
Achillea alpina
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Plants are tolerant of hot, humid summers and of drought. Succeeds in most soils but prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Avoid heavy clay soils, wet soils and rich, fertile soils.
Full cultivation guide →Achillea erba-rotta moschata
Achillea erba-rotta moschata
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Although an alpine plant that is used to very cold winters, it can also be grown successfully in the more humid and milder environment of maritime gardens. Succeeds in most soils but prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Lives longer in a poor soil.
Full cultivation guide →Achillea millefolium
Achillea millefolium
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
A very hardy plant, tolerating temperatures down to about -25°c. Succeeds in most soils and situations but prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Shade tolerant.
Full cultivation guide →Achillea ptarmica
Achillea ptarmica
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Hardy to at least -25°c. Succeeds in most soils but prefers a moist well-drained soil. Tolerant of some shade, but grows better in a sunny position.
Full cultivation guide →Achillea santolina
Achillea santolina
Family: Asteraceae
Cultivation
Species in this genus generally succeed in most soils but prefers a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Plants generally live longer when growing in a poor soil. Hybridizes freely with other members of this genus.
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