Achillea Millefolium Paprika is a fragrant herb with green fern-like foliage and dusty red blooms. Grown in zones 3-9, it reaches a height of 18-24 inches.
Achillea Millefolium Paprika
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika', also known as Paprika Yarrow, is a beautiful and popular cultivar of yarrow. It is known for its bright red flowers, long blooming season, and drought tolerance. It is a hybrid of Achillea millefolium and Achillea filipendulina.
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' grows to a height of 2-3 feet and a width of 18-24 inches. It has a mounding habit and is covered in dense, fern-like foliage. The leaves are silvery-green and have a pleasant aroma.
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' blooms from midsummer to late fall with clusters of small, flat-topped flowers that are arranged in dense corymbs. The flowers are a bright red color and are highly attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' is a low-maintenance plant that prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant once established.
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' is a good choice for borders, mass plantings, and containers. It is also a popular choice for butterfly gardens and wildflower meadows.
Here are some tips for growing Achillea millefolium 'Paprika':
- Plant in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
- Amend the soil with compost or other organic matter before planting.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new growth.
- Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' is a beautiful and versatile plant that can add a touch of color, fragrance, and wildlife to any garden.
In addition to its ornamental value, Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' is also a medicinal plant. It has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, inflammation, and digestive problems.
If you are looking for a beautiful and low-maintenance plant to add to your garden, Achillea millefolium 'Paprika' is a great option.
Growing Zones: 4-11 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 1-2 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 1-3 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Rosa 'Red Drift' |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
