Achillea ‘Terracotta’

Yarrow 'Terracotta'

Achillea ‘Terracotta’ is a spreading, mat-forming cultivar of common yarrow which is noted for its deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, medium green foliage and its tiny, long-lasting, warm dusky orange flowers which appear in dense, flattened, compound heads throughout the summer, eventually fading to soft yellow.

Achillea ‘Terracotta’ perfectly complements sedums and other late-flowering perennials at the front of a dry, sunny border. The form of this plant makes it equally at home when planted en masse in a mixed ‘Prairie’ style planting, traditional cottage garden or Mediterranean themed garden.

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Origin: Cultivar of horticultural origin, species native to many temperate areas of the world

Genus: Achillea

Species / Cultivar: 'Terracotta'

Common Name: Yarrow 'Terracotta'

Synonym: Achillea millefolium 'Terracotta', Achillea 'Inca Gold' Pagels

Soil: Moist but Well Drained

Soil that allows water to drain at a moderate rate, without the water pooling.

Growth Rate: Medium

Expect to see moderate growth during growing season.

Water Requirement: Low

Will grow in a drier position and is unlikely to need regular watering once established.

Maintenance: Low

Minimal skill or input needed beyond the basics, a very independent plant.

Situation: Full Sun

Wants direct, unfiltered sunlight most of the day, such as a south facing position.

Eventual Height: 1-1.5m

The plant's ultimate height in typical growing conditions.

Eventual Spread: 0.1-0.5m

The plant's ultimate spread in typical growing conditions.

Hardiness: Fully Hardy

Will survive unprotected outdoors in most areas of the UK, even in the harshest winters.

Habit: Semi Evergreen

May only remain evergreen in milder winters, or only loose leaves for a short period.

Lifecycle: Perennial

This plant is persistant and does not die off after flowering. It will return each season indefinitely, if provided with suitable growing conditions.

Care & Size Guidance

Achillea ‘Terracotta’ is a hardy perennial that grows up to 150cm in height with a spread of about 50cm, forming clumps of fern-like, grey-green foliage. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating poor or sandy soils and drought once established. Ideal for borders, cottage gardens, or wildflower meadows, it requires minimal care.

Water sparingly and avoid overwatering, as it dislikes soggy conditions. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage prolonged flowering from summer to autumn. In late autumn, cut back stems to the base for a tidy appearance. Achillea ‘Terracotta’ is perfect for low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly, and sunny garden spaces.