Sassy Summer Sunset
Achillea 'Sassy Summer Sunset'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36-40 in |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 600+ hours |
| Life expectancy | 3-5 years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Low |
| Soil type | Well-draining, poor to average |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 7.5 |
| Zones | 3-8 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Perennial |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Silver-green |
| Bloom | Orange/Yellow |
| Fruit | Achene |
| Evergreen | Herbaceous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Fine Roots (< 2 mm) |
| Function | Absorptive Roots (Lower Orders) |
| Propagation | Division |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Butterflies, Bees |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Salvia, Echinacea, Coreopsis |
Where it came from
| Grower | Lowe's |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Lowe's |
Care
Avoid rich soil, which can cause plants to flop.
Maintenance
Deadhead to encourage continuous blooming. Divide every 3-4 years.
Cleanup
Cut down to basal foliage in late fall or early spring.
Notes
Taller yarrow variety with sturdy stems.