Vigorous compact pink!
The Tutti Frutti cultivars produce an abundant supply of large, colorful corymbs held on sturdy, compact stems. This series is considered self-reliant and maintenance free. The Tutti Frutti cultivars were selected by Sahin in the Netherlands.
This variety has large heads of rich pink florets, maturing to apple-blossom blush pink. Vigorous bright green foliage with silver highlights. Compact, full habit.
Bloom season:
-June to August
-Long bloom time
The bloom time can be extended if the plants are dead-headed. Achillea are often used to attract butterflies into the garden, as accent plants, as cut flowers (fresh) or as cut dried flowers for use as everlastings.
Size:
Foliage height 30 cm.
Flower height 60 cm.
Spreads 50 cm.
Location:
Achillea grows best under full sun and in locations with infertile, well-drained soils. The Tutti Frutti series is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-8 and AHS Heat Zones 9-1. Achillea are heat-loving plants with foliage that does not melt down during hot, sticky weather.
Culture:
-Easy to produce
-First-year flowering
Adaptable to almost any soil with adequate drainage. Deadheading enhances appearance and encourages rebloom. Allow to dry between waterings. May be divided at any time to rejuvenate.
Remarks:
Marketed as a plant of Blooms of Bressingham |
