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Achillea millefolium
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Achillea millefolium

Achillea millefolium

Yarrow
ACHILLEA (Asteraceae) yarrow

Achillea are sun loving, herbaceous perennials grown for flat flower heads held on wiry stems above finely divided foliage. They prefer freely draining soil and an open position where the leaves receive full light. Plants are generally tolerant of summer drought once established and cope well with lean, stony ground, although very rich soil can lead to softer growth and flopping.

Most forms are long lived when clumps are lifted and divided every few years to renew vigour. Flower heads are attractive to bees and other insects and can be cut for fresh or dried use. Old stems can be cut back after flowering, or left for winter structure where they remain upright.

A finely textured yarrow forming low, spreading clumps of aromatic, divided foliage. Flat-topped flower heads appear through much of summer, typically in soft whites or pale blush tones. Plants thrive in full sun and freely draining soils, tolerating lean, sandy, or disturbed ground where they hold their shape well.

The species is a fast grower and can spread steadily in open sites, making it useful for meadows, green roofs, and restoration work. A light shear after the first flush encourages further flowering. Highly attractive to bees, hoverflies, and other beneficial insects, and resilient to drought and foot traffic once established.
Pot size
$8.00
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Growing Conditions

Light: full sun

Moisture: average to dry

Soil: well-drained; tolerant of poor or sandy soils; suitable for disturbed sites

Hardiness zone: 3

Maintenance: low
Size & Habit

Height (cm): 45

Spread (cm): 45

Habit: spreading clump
Seasonal Interest

Flowering period: June–Sept

Seasonal interest: long summer bloom; fine textured foliage; structural seed heads

Foliage: green to grey green

Flower: white to pale blush
Ecology & Notes

Wildlife value: pollinators; beneficial insects

Deer/Rabbit resistance: yes

Habitat: meadows; green roofs; disturbed site restoration; sunny borders; pollinator plantings

Features: finely divided foliage; spreading clump; drought tolerant; long flowering season; resilient to light foot traffic

Notes: spreads steadily in open sites; reblooms with shearing; divide every few years to maintain vigour

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