Achillea Species, Yarrow, Milfoil, Soldier's Woundwort, Staunchweed
Achilleamillefolium
Synonym
Achillea
albida
Achillea
ambigua
Achillea
ambigua
Achillea
anethifolia
Achillea
angustissima
This plant loves living in this area. It grows and grows, and stands straight up even when over watered. It is a vigorous grower with l...Read More
I made the mistake of planting Yarrow amongst other, more labor-intensive plants once, before understanding how it spreads (rhizomes) and...Read More
Every summer, when I was a child, we would spend our summers in upstate NY, at Swan Lake.
These were the most popular wil...Read More
Just give it its own bed. It stays there pretty well. Yes, it can become invasive if you plant it in a bed with other plants.
This lovely wildflower/herb grows wild throughout Virginia, & I have quite a bit of it out in my fields, where it mingles beautifully wit...Read More
I have read that yarrow is hardy in zones 2-10. Light aids germination of seeds. Blooms June-September in my garden. Performs best whe...Read More
Today we broke down and dug all this out. We found it was taking over the secret garden we had it planted in, and we also didn't like it's odor.
Another herbal medicine cabinet must, it is a tonic and astrigent. One of our bunny's favorite treats. A super filler for dry area backg...Read More
Deadhead to lateral buds to prolong bloom period. Older plants may not respond as well as young plants do to deadheading efforts. Very we...Read More
This is a yarrow that spreads quickly and produces its fair share of starry white flowers thoughout the warmer months. If dead headed imm...Read More
Wild Yarrow or Milfoil grows in old fields, edges of woodlands and thickets.
Introduced from Europe milfoil is now naturalized in ...Read More
Yarrow is a lovely wild flower that requires no care and blooms reliably.
The fine leaves and flowers make a lovely contrast again...Read More
Flowers are produced over a long season of bloom, June through September. Start indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Tolerant of dry soils,...Read More
This mat forming perennial has soft and feathery foliage that spreads by rhizomes. The common white yarrow has a reputation of being inva...Read More