Tutti Frutti Apricot Delight Yarrow (Achillea millefolium Apricot Delight) is a stunning horticultural achievement in the world of water-wise perennials. Part of the renowned Tutti Frutti series, this variety is celebrated for its unique multi-tonal blooms. As the flowers mature, they transition through a breathtaking spectrum of colors, including near-red, deep apricot-pink, and soft pale salmon, often displaying all these shades simultaneously on a single plant.
As a robust member of the Achillea genus, the Tutti Frutti series was specifically bred for a more uniform flowering habit and a significantly longer bloom season. This yarrow is a true garden workhorseit is highly disease-resistant and thrives in challenging conditions like heat, drought, heavy clay, and poor soils. Its feathery green foliage remains evergreen, providing a lush backdrop for the vibrant, flat-topped flower clusters that serve as a favorite nectar station for butterflies and bees.
Why youll love it:
Stunning Multi-Color Bloom: Features a shifting palette of red, apricot, and pink for a multi-dimensional garden look.
Tutti Frutti Series Genetics: Bred for a sturdier habit, better disease resistance, and a more prolific bloom cycle.
Incredible Resilience: Naturally resistant to deer, gophers, and fire; thrives in sun-baked locations.
Pollinator Magnet: Attracts a wide variety of butterflies and beneficial insects from spring through fall.
Excellent Cut Flower: Sturdy stems and unique colors make it a standout choice for fresh or dried floral arrangements.
This 4-inch healthy live plant thrives in full sun and is exceptionally water-wise once its root system is established. Reaching a mature size of 23 feet in both height and width, it creates a substantial, colorful presence in garden borders or rock gardens. Hardy in USDA Zone 4, Apricot Delight Yarrow is the perfect low-maintenance solution for gardeners who want high-fashion color with rugged reliability.
