Yarrow 'Red Velvet': Fade-Resistant Red Flowers for Butterfly Gardens

Yarrow 'Red Velvet'

Experience the richest, most fade-resistant red in the yarrow world with Yarrow 'Red Velvet'. This outstanding variety holds its velvety red color from bud to finish, unlike older red yarrows that quickly turn pink. Tall, sturdy stalks hold flat clusters above the ferny gray-green foliage, creating a bold vertical accent. Easy to grow, drought tolerant, and highly attractive to butterflies. Herbaceous perennial. Photo credit: Doreen Wynja.

Key Features

• Rich, velvety red flowers—most fade-resistant red yarrow.
• Tall, strong stems hold flowers well above foliage.
• Ferny gray-green foliage forms a nice mound.
• Drought tolerant and easy care.
• Highly attractive to butterflies.
• Herbaceous perennial.

Growing Requirements

• Full Sun – Essential for color intensity and stem strength.
• Low Moisture – Very drought tolerant once established.
• Height: 2 feet or less.
• Spread: 4–7 feet (vigorous spreader).

Grow in well-drained, lean soil. Avoid overwatering and fertilizing. Deadhead to encourage rebloom and prevent self-seeding. Divide in spring to control spread. May be aggressive in ideal conditions—site accordingly. Deer resistant.