Achillea Millefolium 'Paprika'

Paprika Common Yarrow

Achillea millefolium ‘Paprika’ is a bold, long-blooming ornamental yarrow prized for its vivid brick-red flowers, excellent heat tolerance, and tough, low-maintenance nature. It brings strong color and fine texture to sunny landscapes and performs reliably in challenging conditions.

Key Characteristics and Benefits


Flowers & Color: Flat-topped clusters of deep red to paprika-red blooms with yellow centers that gradually soften to rose tones.



Bloom Time: Early summer through late summer, especially with regular deadheading.



Foliage: Finely divided, gray-green, aromatic foliage that remains attractive throughout the season.



Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial with sturdy stems that resist flopping.



Size: Typically reaches 18–24 in tall with a 18–24 in spread.



Care and Requirements


Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–9



Light: Full sun



Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerant of poor, sandy, or rocky soils



Water: Low water needs once established; drought tolerant



Maintenance: Low; deadhead to extend bloom period



Tolerance: Excellent tolerance of heat, drought, deer, and urban conditions



Summary:
‘Paprika’ Yarrow is an excellent choice for perennial borders, pollinator gardens, mass plantings, and xeriscapes, delivering long-lasting color, durability, and easy care in sunny sites.

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

24-36''

Hardiness zones

3–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Fall, Summer

Flower color

Hot Pink, Red

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Gold

Attracts

Butterflies

Soil

Loamy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Mass Planting

Shape

Clump, Spreading

Fragrant

Yes

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No