Achillea 'Strawberry Seduction'

Achillea 'Strawberry Seduction': Sweet Red Blooms with Lasting Appeal

Bright, bold, and beautifully compact, Achillea 'Strawberry Seduction' lights up the summer garden with rich strawberry-red blooms accented by cheerful golden centres. Part of the Seduction series, this variety combines intense colour with a tidy habit and strong garden performance. Its flat-topped flower clusters sit atop sturdy stems, creating a reliable display from early to late summer. With pollinator-friendly flowers, drought tolerance, and easy care, this is a yarrow that seduces with colour and stays for the season.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 60–70 cm
• Spread: 45–60 cm, forming a compact, upright clump
• Flower Colour: Deep strawberry red with bright yellow centres
• Flowering Period: Early to late summer; may rebloom with deadheading
• Foliage: Finely cut, aromatic green foliage; soft and fern-like in texture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; performs well in sandy, rocky, or average soils

Uses and Benefits: 'Strawberry Seduction' brings vivid colour and long-lasting bloom to sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and low-maintenance landscapes. Its compact form fits easily into smaller spaces or at the front of larger beds, while its nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies throughout the summer. It also makes an excellent cut flower—fresh or dried—and its deer resistance and drought tolerance add to its garden value.

Companion Plants: Pair 'Strawberry Seduction' with Coreopsis 'Sunkiss' for a playful mix of red and gold that echoes the yarrow’s warm tones. Add Salvia nemorosa 'Bumbleblue' for cool, contrasting spikes and extended bloom. For soft texture and movement, include Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues', whose blue-green blades and late-season colour harmonize beautifully with the red and yellow tones.

Care Instructions: Water regularly during establishment; once established, reduce watering. Deadhead spent flowers to extend the bloom season and keep the plant tidy. Cut back stems in late fall or early spring. Divide every 2–3 years in spring to maintain vigour and control spread.

History: A standout member of the Seduction series bred for vivid colour and compact habit, 'Strawberry Seduction' is a cultivated form of Achillea millefolium. Combining native resilience with ornamental performance, it has become a go-to choice for gardeners seeking bold colour, wildlife support, and reliable summer bloom.

Final Thoughts: With its rich strawberry-red flowers and tidy, long-blooming nature, Achillea 'Strawberry Seduction' is a garden favourite that delivers strong colour and dependable charm. Whether used as a feature or a filler, it sweetens any sunny garden with bold beauty and lasting performance.