Achillea Cloth of Gold
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Description
Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' Fern-leaf Yarrow 'Cloth of Gold'
Towering, architectural plates of brilliant golden-yellow held high on stiff, self-supporting stems above a clump of finely-cut, aromatic foliage — 'Cloth of Gold' is the achillea that gives the back of the cottage border real height and structure.
This is the giant of the achillea world. While most yarrows top out around knee height, Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' rises confidently to 1.2–1.5m, carrying flat-topped flower plates the size of a side plate in the warmest shade of mustard-gold the genus produces. The stems are remarkably strong and rarely need staking — this is a back-of-border plant that earns its place by holding its own. The deeply cut, ferny leaves are spicy-scented and naturally deer- and rabbit-resistant, making it a particular favourite in rural Norfolk gardens like ours. RHS Plants for Pollinators recognised, and one of the very best achilleas for drying.
A note on growing
Surface-sow indoors from February to April, pressing the tiny seeds onto moist compost without covering — achillea needs light to germinate. Keep at 18–20°C; germination takes two to three weeks. Plant out into full sun and well-drained soil after the last frost. 'Cloth of Gold' is genuinely drought-tolerant once established and resents wet feet in winter, so good drainage matters more than soil fertility. First-year plants establish their root system; expect the full architectural display from year two.
Where it shines
At the back of the cottage border, where its height anchors the planting and the gold echoes warm-toned roses, sunflowers and rudbeckia. Outstanding as a dried flower — harvest when the plates are fully open and hang upside down in a warm, dry, dark place to preserve the gold colour for months. The flat heads make perfect landing pads for butterflies, bees and hoverflies, and the structure persists into autumn for seedheads that stand handsomely through winter.
Plant alongside
Pair the gold of 'Cloth of Gold' with the cerise heads of Achillea 'Cerise Queen' for warm summer harmony, or contrast with the violet-blue spikes of Salvia or the soft plumes of Bunny Tails grass for textural interest. For a true prairie scheme, combine with Echinacea and Verbena bonariensis.
Delivery
The seeds will be dispatched direct to you by Bishy Barnabees. Please allow up to 5 days for delivery.
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