Yarrow 'Taygetea'

Tue, 08/11/2009 - 7:55am — Kathy Ormiston
Achillea Taygetea.JPG
Photo Credit: 
Kathy Ormiston, PADG
Botanical Name: 
Achillea 'Taygetea'
Pronunciation: 
(ah-KILL-lee-ah tay-GET-ee-uh)
Common Name: 
Yarrow 'Taygetea'
Plant Type: 
Perennial
Mature Size: 
12 in. to 18 in. wide and tall
Water Requirements: 
Low: water every 3 weeks until the root ball is wet
Sun/Shade Requirements: 
Full sun
Flower Color : 
Creamy yellow
Wildlife: 
Attracts beneficial insects, birds, and butterflies

'Taygetea' Greek yarrow is a cheerful, reliable summer bloomer. The flowers start out bright yellow in midsummer and fade to a more mellow shade over time. We also like the grey-green foliage that blends in well with many plants found in low water gardens. This cultivar of yarrow seems to be more drought tolerant than the popular Achillea millifolium.

Greek yarrow doesn't need a great deal of maintenance. To encourage reblooming, you can deadhead it regularly. Also, this plant will spread, so don't plant it too tightly.