Achillea Cloth Of Gold Seeds

Achillea Cloth of Gold Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

Achillea filipendulina ‘Cloth of Gold’ is a striking perennial producing large, flat clusters of golden-yellow flowers held above tall, sturdy stems.

 

The blooms are long lasting and highly attractive to pollinators, making them ideal for wildlife friendly gardens.

 

Foliage is deeply cut and aromatic, forming a handsome clump that provides texture and interest even when not in flower.

 

A reliable and drought-tolerant plant, it thrives in sunny borders and naturalistic planting schemes.

 

Perfect for sunny beds, borders, and cottage garden displays. The plants are upright and free flowering, with blooms that continue steadily throughout summer.

 

Excellent for pollinator friendly planting and for creating bold, architectural displays.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.25 grams

 

Sow February to May indoors on a warm windowsill or in a propagator.

Germination 14 to 28 days in warm, steady conditions.

Soil and Position Fertile, well-drained soil; loam, chalk, or sandy soils. Plant in full sun.

Height Approx 90 to 120 cm; upright habit.

Flowering June to September; large golden umbels.

 

Sowing instructions

Sow thinly onto moist compost and cover lightly with fine compost. Keep warm and evenly moist until germination. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant into trays or pots, spacing plants 5 cm apart. Harden off and plant outdoors after the last frost. Space plants 45 cm apart for best results.

 

Grow and maintenance

Plant in full sun in free draining soil. Water moderately; Achillea is drought tolerant once established. Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering or leave seed heads for autumn interest and wildlife. Cut back in late autumn or early spring to encourage fresh growth. Requires little maintenance and thrives in poor soils.

 

Uses and benefits

Perfect for borders, wildlife gardens, and cutting. Achillea ‘Cloth of Gold’ provides nectar for bees and butterflies, and its flowers are excellent for fresh or dried arrangements. A hardy perennial that delivers bold colour and structure with minimal care.

 

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