Yarrow 'Summer Berries'

Summer Berries Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Summer Berries ripens the garden with a warm harvest of colour — raspberry, peach, coral, blush, rose, and buttercream unfurl in generous clusters above feathery green foliage. Flowering in its first year when sown early, this perennial thrives in sunny, well-drained soil, bringing colour from early summer well into the season’s close. Strong 60 cm stems hold 5–10 cm flat-topped blooms, making them ideal for cutting, with a vase life that rivals many summer favourites. Loved by pollinators and beneficial insects, it is equally at home in borders, meadows, or cottage gardens. Pairs beautifully with lavender, echinacea, ammi, cosmos, and ornamental grasses for a warm, abundant display.

DETAILS:

QTY: 75

TYPE: Perennial

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: Surface

GERMINATION: 10-14 days at 18-22°C

HEIGHT: 24 - 30"

MATURITY: 120 Days

SPACING: 6-9"

PINCH: No

HOW TO GROW:
Transplant (recommended): Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your average last frost date. Do not cover seeds, as they require light for germination. To avoid displacing the tiny seeds, bottom water or mist gently. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 7–10 days before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.

Direct Seeding (alternative): Sow seeds directly outdoors in late spring, after the last frost, or in the fall. Sow seeds thinly into a well-prepared seedbed and press them lightly into the soil surface. Do not cover the seeds with soil, as they need light to germinate. Keep the area consistently moist until seedlings emerge.

Pinching and Support: Pinching is not typically necessary for yarrow. Support may be needed for taller varieties, especially if grown in windy locations.

Soil Preference and Watering: Yarrow thrives in full sun and requires well-drained soil. It is a drought-tolerant plant once established and performs best in lean to average soil. Avoid overly rich soil, which can lead to floppy growth.

Fertilizing: Fertilizing is not required for yarrow.

Harvesting: For fresh-cut flowers, harvest stems when the flower heads are fully open but before the pollen is visible. For drying, harvest at the same stage and hang bunches upside down in a dark, well-ventilated area for 2–3 weeks.