Achillea Moonshine 2ltr

Bring a wash of sunshine to the border with this classic yarrow. ‘Moonshine’ carries broad, flat plates of soft lemon-yellow that hover above neat mounds of silvery, aromatic foliage from early summer well into autumn. The colour holds beautifully for weeks, making it a natural rhythm-setter through mixed plantings and a glowing foil for grasses, Nepeta, Salvia and Lavender. Loved by bees and butterflies, it thrives in poor, well-drained soil and full sun, shrugging off heat, wind and drought once established. Compact and upright (to around 60 cm), it’s equally at home in gravel gardens, sunny beds and large containers. Snip for the vase or dry the flower heads for winter arrangements—either way, the stems stay strong and the tones remain true. Deadhead to keep the display rolling, or leave a few seed heads for structure and wildlife interest. A reliable, low-maintenance perennial that brings effortless brightness, season after season.

Planting Instructions

When to Plant:

Plant in spring or autumn, while the soil is moist and workable.

Where to Plant:
Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. ‘Moonshine’ thrives in poor or moderately fertile soils and is ideal for dry borders, wildlife gardens, and Mediterranean-style planting schemes.

How to Plant:

• Depth: Plant so that the crown is level with the soil surface.
• Spacing: Space plants 30–40 cm (12–16 inches) apart.
• Soil Prep: Avoid rich soil or heavy feeding—it prefers leaner conditions to promote strong, upright growth.

Watering:
Water thoroughly after planting. Once established, Achillea ‘Moonshine’ is highly drought tolerant and requires minimal watering.

Aftercare Tips:

• Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering throughout summer.
• Cut back to the base after flowering is finished or in late autumn to tidy up.
• Divide clumps every 2–3 years in spring or early autumn to rejuvenate and prevent overcrowding.

Top Tip:
Achillea ‘Moonshine’ makes an excellent companion for bulbs like Alliums and Narcissus, and its silvery foliage offers beautiful contrast in mixed plantings. It’s also a superb cut flower—fresh or dried!

Plant Details

Flowering Period:

May - September (longer with deadheading, Peak in summer)

Height:

24" (60cm)

Hardy Perennial