Yarrow Achillea 'Cloth of Gold'

Awarded the RHS Plants for Pollinators & RHS Garden Merit, the  Achillea 'Cloth of Gold' is a radiant perennial, cherished for its golden-yellow blossoms and delicate, fern-like foliage. This perennial beauty forms dense clusters of tiny flowers atop sturdy, upright stems, creating a striking display in the garden. 'Cloth of Gold' blooms profusely from late spring to summer, attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators with its abundant nectar-rich blooms. With its heat and drought tolerance, this variety is perfect for sunny borders, wildflower meadows, and cottage gardens. Easy to grow and low-maintenance, Achillea 'Cloth of Gold' adds a touch of brightness and charm to any landscape, creating a vibrant tapestry of colour and texture.

An imposing and robust perennial, with flattened plate-like heads of deep yellow flowers held high on tall stems, with ferny foliage beneath.

Achillea 'Cloth of Gold' is long-lasting, and drought-tolerant once established and is a keen and vigorous grower! Try it in a sunny spot at the back of a herbaceous border, or among grasses, but be sure to stake it, as it tends to flop over in wet weather.

It also makes an excellent cut flower.

How to care for Achillea Cloth of Gold:

Achillea prefer well-drained soil and can suffer during very wet winters. To protect plants that are susceptible to rot in wet winter conditions, ensure they are planted in well-draining soil and consider adding grit or sand to the surrounding planting area to improve drainage. Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture.

In exposed positions stake using bamboo canes or brushwood before the flowers appear.

Cut down to the ground in late winter, but resist the urge to do this earlier, as the seed heads offer a food source for birds and are attractive in low winter light.

Lift and divide large clumps in late autumn or early spring.

Flowering period: June, July, August, September

Eventual height: 1.2m, Eventual spread: 0.45m

Position: Full sun

Rate of growth: Average

Soil: Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness: Fully hardy