Flowerburst Red Shades is an F2 hybrid Achillea

Plant breeders use F2 populations to select individual plants with exceptional combinations of traits for developing new cultivars.

• Hardy perennial, standing up to wind, drought, heat and humidity

• Blooms prolifically in a rich array of mainly red toned flower clusters, ranging from pink, rose and violet shades to deep crimson.

🌱 Growing Conditions

Common Name: Yarrow ‘Flowerburst Red Shades’

Height: 70–75 cm

Spacing: 30–45 cm

Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

Soil: Well-draining sandy, loamy, or rocky soil; pH 6.0–7.5

Watering: Low; drought-tolerant once established

Fertilizer: Minimal; compost in spring is usually sufficient

Temperature: Thrives in warm to temperate climates; prefers 18–24°C

🌿 Planting & Care Planting

Time: Spring or early Autumn

Pruning: Deadhead to extend bloom period; cut back in late autumn or early spring Pest Resistance: Excellent; resistant to most pests

🌸 Flowering & Harvest Blooming Season: Late spring through summer

Flower Type: Flat-topped clusters of vibrant red to rose-pink blooms

Stem Strength: Strong stems ideal for cutting

Vase Life: Long-lasting; 7–10 days in fresh arrangements

Harvesting: Cut when 80% of florets are open for best color and vase life

❄️ Frost Tolerance & Protection Minimum Temperature: Hardy to around -10°C very cold-hardy

Mulching: Not essential, but a light mulch in colder zones helps protect crowns