When to plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers, Seeds

The Achillea Millefolium Paprika flowers annually in June, July and August  each year. In order to maintain this for the next season, plants need to be divided and planted in the early springtime, usually between the months of March and May.

How to plant:
(In the UK, In Pots/Containers)

Achillea Millefolium Paprika needs adequate space to spread out and is fast growing so should ultimately be planted outside. Once established in pots, these hardy perennials need to be transferred to a well-drained area with a chalky dry soil in order to continue to grow well. Achillea Millefolium Paprika grows the best in full sunshine so would benefit from being planted in an open flower bed or border with little to no shade.

 

How to grow:
(In Pots/Containers, from seed/cuttings, in the UK)
Achillea Millefolium Paprika  can be planted in pots from seed , root division or cuttings although often root division is the most success method. Once established it will grow best in a sunny and dry environment. The roots of the Achillea Millefolium Paprika do  quickly spread out and the plant will soon need additional room so will require re-planting in sandy / chalky soil which is moist at most but not overly wet.

Caring for:
(In Spring/Summer/Autumn & Winter, In Pots, In the UK)

Achillea Millefolium Paprika is an extremely hardy plant despite it not having the longest of life spans. The Achillea Millefolium Paprika does however require maintenance in order to keep it growing successfully. Pruning back the foliage of the Achillea Millefolium Paprika in spring will further encourage growth and a successful new flowering season.

All Achilleas dislike overly wet soils so need to in a well-drained area.  

Where to plant:

Achillea Millefolium Paprika works very well in any garden, with its vibrant red coloured blooms and yellow eyes.  As it tends to spread out it is best planted to the front or the middle of flower beds and borders. Achillea Millefolium Paprika needs to be planted outdoors in dry and chalky soil where they can receive adequate sun. 

What to plant with:
The Achillea Millefolium Paprika plant looks great in an established flower border or flower bed alongside Monarda Didyma and Brachyglottis “Sunshine”.

How to propagate:
(Cuttings/Seeds etc)
Achillea Millefolium Paprika can be propagated from seed or stem cuttings however the best, and easiest method is via root division. Lifting and dividing from the root and transplanted in pots in the early spring is the best guarantee of a successful planting.

Companion/Combination plants for:

Achillea Millefolium Paprika works well with a variety of flowering border plants it’s striking red and yellow flowers combine with other blooms of the same shades including red, yellow, orange and a neutral white colour.

Is Achillea millefolium Paprika hardy:
Achillea Millefolium Paprikais is an extremely hardy perennial and benefits from being drought resistant.

Other types of Achillea:

Achillea Millefolium Paprikais a perennial plant from the Asteraceae family which is commonly found in the south east regions of Europe. There are many varieties of which include the Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold' (a striking yellow / gold colour), the Achillea Appleblossom (a vibrant pink colour), Achillea Moonshine, which has a similar golden yellow colour to the Achillea filipendulina 'Cloth of Gold', and the Achillea Feuerland which is a bright orange colour.