Achillea 'Walter Funcke' (Yarrow) — flat umbels of deep brick-red flowers with tiny yellow centres, which gradually mellow to a warm orange and terracotta as they age. A good pick for pollinators, full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily).
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Product features
Botanical name: Achillea 'Walter Funcke'
Common name: Yarrow
Height: Typically 50–60 cm; slightly shorter and sturdier than many other cultivars
Spread: Between 45–60 cm
Foliage: Delicate, feathery, and silvery-grey-green, which provides a beautiful contrast to the bright blooms
Flower: Flat umbels of deep brick-red flowers with tiny yellow centres, which gradually mellow to a warm orange and terracotta as they age
Attractive to wildlife: Yes; particularly beneficial for hoverflies, bees, and butterflies
Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained soil; sandy, chalky, or loamy soils, but must avoid winter wet
Drought tolerant: Yes; once established, highly resistant to dry spells
Hardy: Fully hardy (RHS H7); extremely cold-tolerant
Position: Full sun is essential to maintain its compact shape and vibrant colour
Evergreen: Semi-evergreen; the basal foliage often stays green through winter
Suitable for: Front or middle of the border, coastal gardens, wildlife gardens, prairie-style planting
Materials and care
Light: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily)
Aspect: Best planted in open, south- or west-facing borders
Soil type: Thrives in poor, sandy, or gravelly soils; heavy clay must be amended with grit
Watering: Water regularly until established, then only during prolonged dry spells
Deadheading: Cut back faded flower heads to lateral buds in summer for a second flush
End of season: Leave seed heads for winter interest; cut to ground level in late winter
Staking: May need bamboo canes if planted in exposed, windy locations
Fertiliser: Avoid rich fertilisers — too much nitrogen weakens the flowers
Division: Lift and divide every 3–4 years in spring or autumn
