LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Aromatic
GROWTH HABIT
Upright
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Bulb
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
90-120 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Low to moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
USDA 3-8 approximate
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
45–60 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow / shallow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the same species as common white yarrow (Achillea millefolium)?
Is this the same species as common white yarrow (Achillea millefolium)?
No, "Cloth of Gold" is typically a variety of Achillea filipendulina (fernleaf yarrow), a taller, clump-forming species distinct from the shorter, spreading Achillea millefolium common in wild meadows.
The listing calls this a "Flowering Bulb" — is that accurate?
The listing calls this a "Flowering Bulb" — is that accurate?
No, that appears to be a data error; yarrow is an herbaceous perennial grown from seed, not a bulb plant, so that label doesn't match how this species actually grows.
Will the tall, 90–120 cm flower stems need staking?
Will the tall, 90–120 cm flower stems need staking?
Given their height and flat-topped flower clusters, staking or planting in a sheltered spot can help prevent flopping in wind or heavy rain.
Does the golden-yellow color stay vibrant, or fade as blooms age?
Does the golden-yellow color stay vibrant, or fade as blooms age?
Like many yellow yarrows, the color can mellow to a duller tan or mustard tone as flower heads age on the plant.
Do the gold blooms hold their color well when dried?
Do the gold blooms hold their color well when dried?
Yes, this variety's flat flower clusters are popular for dried arrangements and generally retain a warm golden hue well after drying.
Does this clump-forming yarrow need dividing over time to stay vigorous?
Does this clump-forming yarrow need dividing over time to stay vigorous?
Yes, like many clumping perennials, dividing it every few years helps maintain plant vigor and prevents the center of the clump from thinning out.