Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
Yarrow is a 1' to 3' tall native, somewhat short lived, perennial found in all the lower 48 states. The small white flowers are in flat topped inflorescences with 10 to 20 ray flowers. Leaf blades are finely divided for a lacy, fernlike, appearance. Yarrow is a spring flowering plant preferring dry to medium well drained soils and full sun, but tolerates partial shade. Yarrow is a good drought tolerant, early spring garden plant, commonly used as a fresh cut flower and in dried arrangements. Yarrow is of special value as an early spring pollinator plant. Native Americans used the plant for pain relief, as a stimulant, and to lower fever. Prices listed are based on pure live seed weight, not bulk weight. You are only paying for viable seed.
Species Details
Common Name (Botanical Name) | Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) |
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Bloom Season | Spring-Summer |
Group | Wildflowers/Forbs |
Bloom Color | White |
Duration | Perennial |
Soil moisture | Dry (Xeric);Medium (Mesic) |
Soil texture | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun;Part Shade |
Status | Native |
Wetland status | FACU |
pH | Neutral |
pH Values | 6.0/8.0 |
Average height | 1-2ft |
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RNS Region | 1;2;3;4;5;6;7 |
Planting rate/Acre | Not Recommended |
Seeds Per Lb. | 2852000 |
Seeds Per Oz | 178250 |
Seeds Per Packet | 1500 |
Product Benefits | Aesthetic Value;Low Growing;Wildlife Food;Quality Forage;Nectar Source; |