Achillea Cerise Queen

Common Name:
Yarrow ‘Cerise Queen’

Description:
Achillea ‘Cerise Queen’ is a vibrant, long-flowering perennial renowned for its striking clusters of rich cerise-pink blooms that create a bold and eye-catching display. Flowering from late spring through summer and often into early autumn, the flat-topped flower heads sit atop sturdy stems above finely divided, fern-like grey-green foliage, adding both texture and colour contrast to the garden. Exceptionally well suited to Melbourne’s climate, this hardy variety thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, performing particularly well in dry, low-maintenance landscapes once established. Its drought tolerance and ability to handle poor soils make it ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and mass plantings. Regular deadheading will encourage repeat flowering and maintain a neat appearance. Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects, ‘Cerise Queen’ is both practical and visually impactful.

Form:
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 60–80 cm
Width: 45–60 cm

Aspect:
*Full Sun

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
Cerise pink
Deep pink

Key Attributes:
*Bee Attracting
*Drought Tolerant
*Perennial
*Suitable for Pots

Toxicity:
May cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals; ingestion may cause discomfort in pets.

Companion Plants:
Lavender
Salvia
Echinacea
Coreopsis
Gaura