Product Description
Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' PP31693 (25) Bare Root Plants
Sassy Summer Collection
Common Name: Yarrow
Not only will you love the huge flower heads of bright, sunny yellow blooms, but you'll be equally delighted by its early bloom time-this is the first of the collection to bloom.
You'll love this collection of Yarrow due to each member's taller, more substantial presence than other Achillea on the market. Although they have a taller height, all members have sturdy flower stems that will look great throughout the season of its bloom. With a range of beautiful colors, such as yellow, red, pink, and orange, you'll definitely find something that fits your needs.
Yarrow is one of the easiest perennials to grow and is a good choice for beginners. All it needs is full sun and well-drained soil. These plants are an excellent balance of finely textured foliage and bright flower colors. The wide, flat flower clusters are popular landing pads with pollinators.
Yarrow is one of the easiest perennials to grow and is a good choice for beginners. All it needs is full sun and well-drained soil. It thrives in average to poor soil and is drought tolerant once established. Plants grown in rich soil tend to be tall and floppy. After the flowers have faded, cut the plant back by half. This will likely stimulate a second flush of blooms in late summer.
Height: 28.0-32.0 Inches
Spread: 36.0-42.0 Inches
Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7,8
Flower Color: Yellow Shades
Foliage Color: Green shades
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Low to Average Water Needs
Poor to Average Soil Quality
Bloomtime: Early Summer to Late Summer
Attracts Butterflies
Bee Friendly
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Growth Rate: Rapid
Border Plant, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Drought Tolerant, Easy To Grow, Mass Planting, Salt Tolerant
Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' is a vibrant and eye-catching perennial that brings a cheerful touch to any sunny garden. This comprehensive guide explores the key features of this remarkable plant, including its mature size, flower color, growing conditions, companion plants, and online retailers where it can be purchased.
Key Features Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' is a standout variety of yarrow known for its taller stature and sturdy flower stems. It boasts a profusion of large, lemon-yellow flowers that bloom from early to late summer. The flowers fade to a buttery yellow over time, creating a long-lasting display of color. The plant's attractive, fern-like foliage remains grayish-green throughout the season, providing a lovely contrast to the vibrant blooms.
Mature Size Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' typically reaches a height of 28-32 inches with a spread of 36-42 inches. It has a ground-hugging habit of growth and a relatively fine texture that sets it apart from other garden plants.
Flower Color The flowers of Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' are a bright, sunny yellow that fades to a buttery yellow as they mature. The flower heads are large and held on sturdy, upright stems, making them excellent for cutting.
Growing Conditions Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It prefers average to poor soil, as rich soil can make the plants tall and floppy. It is drought tolerant once established and performs well in hot, dry locations.
Care and Maintenance
- Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering.
- Cut the plant back by half after the first flush of bloom to maintain a compact habit.
- Divide in spring to propagate.
Companion Plants Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' pairs well with a variety of other perennials that share similar growing conditions. Some recommended companion plants include:
- Helenium (Sneezeweed)
- Anthemis tinctoria (Golden Marguerite)
- Echinacea (Coneflower)
- Hemerocallis (Daylilies)
- Leucanthemum x superbum (Shasta Daisy)
- Monarda (Bee Balm)
- Geranium 'Boom Chocolatta'
- Kniphofia 'Backdraft'
- Nepeta 'Purrsian Blue'
- Salvia 'Pink Profusion'
- Veronica 'Royal Rembrandt'
Achillea 'Sassy Summer Lemon' is a delightful and low-maintenance perennial that adds a vibrant splash of color to any sunny garden. Its large, lemon-yellow flowers, attractive foliage, and adaptability make it a versatile and reliable choice for gardeners of all levels. Whether planted in borders, containers, or mass plantings, this yarrow cultivar is sure to impress with its beauty and ease of care.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
