Good-looking, compact, bushy, and heat-loving, Achillea millefolium 'Strawberry Seduction' is a stunning Yarrow with its masses of long-lasting clusters of rich velvety red flowers with bright gold centers. Its pleasantly aromatic, green fern-like foliage is disease resistant and nicely compliments the cheerful flat umbel flowers. Blooming for weeks from early to late summer, this eye-catching beauty easily enlivens any sunny corner of the garden.

• Grows in a sturdy, upright clump up to 2 ft. tall and wide (60 cm).
• Thrives in full sun in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Light shade is tolerated, but the best coloring and flowering are obtained in full sun. Dry soils are also tolerated. Avoid rich, moist soils which would cause your Yarrow to get floppy or leggy. Good drainage is essential.
• A vital ingredient of mixed borders, cottage gardens, rock gardens, coastal gardens, prairies, and meadows. This Yarrow is also valued for the excellent quality of its cut flowers, whether in bouquets or dried floral arrangements.
• Easy care, drought, heat, and humidity tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant, this Achillea is a perennial that is rich in many qualities aside from its good looks.
• Yarrows are a must if you are trying to attract butterflies!
• Deadheading will extend the bloom season. Cutting back after initial flowering will promote a rebloom.
• Achillea millefolium species is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North America.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses.

Achillea, commonly known as Yarrow, belongs to the Asteraceae family, which also includes asters, chrysanthemums, and sunflowers. The genus was named after Achilles, the hero of the Trojan Wars in Greek mythology, who used the plant to stop the bleeding and heal the wounds of his soldiers. Brightening the garden throughout the summer, this perennial plant is versatile, easy to propagate, and available in a wide range of sizes and colors.