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finely divided leaves of Achillea kellereri make the plant interesting even when it is not in flower. The
plant is a little stronger in the garden than Achillea
clavennae which is very similar. The difference is in the width of the
leaves. They are broader in A. clavinnae. The foliage is about 4" tall and
gradually expands in width over the years. The flowers grow on stalks up to 8"
tall. A summer repeat bloom can be encouraged by deadheading the fading
flowers. I have used them in the landscape much as one would use the
gray fescue, Festuca ovina. Achillea kellereri is a nectar source
for the Checkerspot Butterfly
species and is a great addition to your butterfly
garden.
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