Strawberry Seduction Yarrow
Strawberry Seduction Yarrow
Rich Red Flower Clusters Over Ferny Green Foliage
Strawberry Seduction Yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Strawberry Seduction') tops aromatic, ferny green foliage with broad, flat clusters of strawberry-red flowers brightened by golden-yellow centers, blooming for weeks in summer and aging to softer tones. A tough, sun-loving perennial, it's a pollinator magnet that shrugs off heat, drought, and lean soil. Deer-resistant and long-blooming, it's an easy, colorful choice for sunny Edina, Maple Grove, and Woodbury borders.
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Achillea millefolium 'Strawberry Seduction' |
| Mature Size | 18–24 in tall and wide |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 3–9 (fully hardy across Minnesota) |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom Time | Summer (long blooming) |
| Flower Color | Strawberry-red with gold centers |
| Soil | Lean to average, well-drained; very drought tolerant |
Landscape Uses
Use Strawberry Seduction in pollinator and sunny borders, prairie-style and gravel gardens, and mass plantings. It pairs beautifully with coneflowers, salvia, and ornamental grasses, and the flowers are excellent fresh or dried.
Best Time to Plant
Plant in spring or early fall in a sunny, well-drained spot.
How to Plant
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill (avoid rich, heavy soil), water in, and mulch lightly. Good drainage keeps it sturdy.
Watering
First Year: Water deeply once a week to establish the roots.
After Year One: Little supplemental water needed; it's very drought tolerant. Avoid overwatering and rich soil, which cause floppy growth.
Drip Irrigation: Use sparingly; yarrow thrives on the dry side.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it bloom?
For weeks in summer, especially if you deadhead spent clusters to encourage rebloom.
Is it good for pollinators?
Yes, the flat flower heads are a landing pad for butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects.
Is it hardy in Minnesota?
Yes, it's a Zone 3 perennial, fully hardy statewide.
Is it deer resistant?
Yes, the aromatic foliage makes yarrow reliably deer-resistant.
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Pair Strawberry Seduction with our other yarrows, coneflowers, and ornamental grasses for a low-water, pollinator-friendly border.
How Many Strawberry Seduction Yarrow Do I Need?
Space yarrow about 18 inches apart for a knit-together, weaving drift. It reads best planted in groups of 3 to 5 through a sunny, low-water border.
| Border run | Plants needed (18 in apart) |
|---|---|
| 5 ft | 4 plants |
| 10 ft | 7 plants |
| 15 ft | 11 plants |
| 20 ft | 14 plants |
Strawberry Seduction Yarrow Season-by-Season in Minnesota
- Spring: Aromatic, ferny green foliage forms a soft mound and greens up early.
- Summer: Broad, flat clusters of strawberry-red flowers with golden-yellow centers bloom for weeks, drawing butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects; deadhead for rebloom.
- Fall: Late flowers age to softer rose tones, extending color as the season winds down.
- Winter: Foliage dies back to a low crown; leave a few stems for structure, then cut back. It overwinters reliably and returns each spring.
At a Glance
✔ Pollinator-Friendly ✔ Deer-Resistant ✔ Drought-Tolerant
Plant It With
- Paprika Yarrow — a red-toned sibling yarrow for a longer-blooming drift.
- Moonshine Yarrow — bright yellow flat heads that contrast the strawberry red.
- Saucy Seduction Yarrow — rose-pink sibling to round out the color range.
- Magnus Coneflower — a sturdy pink daisy that loves the same sun and lean soil.
Is Strawberry Seduction Yarrow Right for Your Yard?
It thrives in full sun and lean, well-drained soil — a prairie-style bed, gravel garden, or hot, dry strip is perfect, and it asks for almost no supplemental water once established. Not a fit in rich, wet, or shady ground; overly fertile or soggy soil makes it flop and short-lived.