Yarrow
Achillea spp.
Full Sun
Easy care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H7-H4
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
2m | Max | 1m |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Yarrow Overview
Achillea is a genus that contains approximately 85 deciduous flowering perennial plants and some semi-evergreen species, often known by the name Yarrow. Featuring fern-like foliage and large flowers throughout summer and autumn. This hardy genus contains low-growing, mat-forming species and some tall species which may need staking. Most suitable for borders and rock gardens. Leaves are hairy and aromatic, coloured grey-green and the flowers resemble daisies (3-15mm) arranged in clusters on flattened heads (7-12cm).
Common problems with Yarrow
Yarrow Companion Plants
How to propagate Yarrow
Division
Special features of Yarrow
Attractive flowers
Attracts useful insects
Attracts butterflies
Attracts bees
Flowers to Sow or Plant Under Cover in March
Sow these seeds and pot up these tubers to get an early start on the year.
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Looking good in July - Top 10
Traditionally flowering in July, these flowers will be at their best this month.
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