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Achillea Summer Berries Plant Mix

Yarrow Seeds - Summer Berries

1000 Seeds

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4.99

2000 Seeds

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8.99

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

AAS WINNER

1990

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

36 - 48 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEEDS PER POUND

2,770,000

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

6 - 8 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring and summer

BLOOM COLOR

Golden

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.8

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

4 - 9

HEIGHT

24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Deep pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

5 - 9

HEIGHT

12 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer

BLOOM COLOR

Pink

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well drained soils: chalk, sand, loam

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

About...

Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium Summer Berries Mix) - What a cheery mix for the summer border! Grow this mix from Yarrow seeds and enjoy colors of salmon, yellow, white, pink, cherry red, and cream. Yarrow Summer Berries is the most beautiful, drought resistant long-lasting Yarrow, and it's splendid for fresh and dried arrangements plus long-lasting garden color that bees and butterflies love.

MORE YARROW OPTIONS

Summer berries Pearl Pastels Parker White wildflower Aurea Cerise queen Love parade

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

6 - 7 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

16 inches

Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium Summer Berries Mix) - What a cheery mix for the summer border! Grow this mix from Yarrow seeds and enjoy colors of salmon, yellow, white, pink, cherry red, and cream. Yarrow Summer Berries is beautiful, drought resistant and long-lasting Yarrow, and it's splendid for fresh and dried arrangements plus long-lasting garden color that bees and butterflies love.

Throughout the centuries, Achillea herbs were useful for medical purposes. The herb seeds were grown for the plants' medicinal properties in the treatment of bleeding and wounds. Achillea Yarrow is a perennial, native to the United States and is happy to thrive in those infertile, untended garden spots. These Yarrow flowers bloom in just 4 months after being planted from Yarrow seeds, and they bloom through summer and fall especially if the spent flowers are deadheaded.

Sow Yarrow seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season ends. Use starter trays or small pots. Press Yarrow flower seed into the soil but do not cover. Light aids germination. Keep Achillea Millefolium seeds moist until germination. After establishment, these plants are quite tolerant of drought and perfect for xeriscape gardening. You may also sow yarrow seeds directly outdoors after frost danger has passed in prepared soil or at least six weeks before frost season begins. Thin the Yarrow seedlings to 16 inches apart.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

6 - 7 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

24 inches

Pearl Yarrow (Achillea Ptarmica Pearl) - Pearl Yarrow is seen growing in all regions of the United States. It grows very easily from Yarrow seeds, and it also spreads by underground roots. It is used in the xeriscape flower garden or in natural settings. Pearl Yarrow looks lovely in meadows, but care must be given so that it doesn't dominate and crowd out other wildflowers. Yarrow has attractive, fragrant, finely divided fern-like leaves and large flat-topped dusty white flower clusters. Also grow from Yarrow seeds, this perennial looks different than other Yarrow varieties. Known as Pearl Yarrow, Sneezewort Yarrow or simply Sneezewort, this drought tolerant plant features pure white 3/4 inch double pompom blooms that rise above shiny green foliage.

Pearl Yarrow seeds should be planted in full sun as Yarrow plants are tolerant to hot, humid summers. Yarrow can tolerate poor soil conditions, and does best in lean, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Remove faded flowers to encourage more growth, and divide Yarrow plants every 2 - 3 years.

After frost danger has passed, directly sow Yarrow seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Press the Pearl Yarrow seeds into the soil. Thin Yarrow seedlings to 16 inches apart.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

6 - 7 seeds per plant or approximately 1000 seeds covers 75 square feet.

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

16 inches

Achillea Ptarmica Yarrow Pastels by Outsidepride is a hardy perennial and an AAS Winner, loved for its delicate beauty and low maintenance. This mix blooms in soft pastels of pink, rose, orange-red, and more from summer through winter. Growing 18-24 inches tall, it's perfect for cutting and drying. Ideal for zones 3-10, plant in full sun with well-drained soil. Available in 2 sizes, these seeds are easy to grow indoors or out, with blooms in 90 days. Enjoy this long-lasting, deer-proof favorite in your garden.

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Versatile Growth Habit

Achillea Ptarmica Yarrow offers a versatile growth habit, thriving in borders, gardens, or as a lovely cut flower. This hardy perennial grows well in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching a compact size perfect for any space. Blooming from summer to winter, it provides continuous color and is a reliable, low-maintenance addition to any garden.

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Self-Sowing

Achillea Ptarmica Yarrow plant has a wonderful self-sowing, meaning it will naturally reseed itself, bringing beauty back to your garden year after year without extra effort. This makes it perfect for gardeners looking for low-maintenance plants that continue to thrive, providing fresh blooms season after season with minimal care.

image of flower

Medicinal Uses

Achillea millefolium has a long history of medicinal uses, cherished for its soothing properties. Traditionally, it’s been used to help with minor cuts, inflammation, and digestive support. While it's beautiful in the garden, it also offers natural remedies that many gardeners appreciate, adding both beauty and purpose to your outdoor space.

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Beautiful Blooms

These beautiful, delicate blooms in soft pastel shades brighten any garden. They not only add a charming touch to your outdoor space but also attract beneficial pollinators like butterflies. With long-lasting blooms from summer to winter, these flowers offer consistent beauty, making them a favorite for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Experience unparalleled garden success with All-America Selections winners (AAS Winners), rigorously tested to thrive in local conditions, ensuring robust growth and exceptional yields. To be an AAS winner, a seed must demonstrate outstanding performance across multiple regions, ensuring you have vibrant plants that excel in adaptability and yield.

Grow Yarrow in your garden for beautiful, versatile blooms that are easy to care for. Known for being heat and drought tolerant, Yarrow thrives in USDA zones 3 to 10, making it a resilient choice for a variety of climates. Its lovely flowers are perfect for cutting and adding to bouquets, while also attracting beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies. Yarrow is a wonderful addition to any garden, offering beauty, strength, and support for local wildlife all season long.

To ensure successful growth, sow 6 to 7 seeds per plant, or 1000 seeds to cover 75 square feet. Lightly cover the seeds with a thin layer of soil and start planting 6 to 8 weeks before the last frost. Once the seedlings develop a few true leaves, thin them to 16 inches apart. Yarrow thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a low-maintenance addition to your garden that rewards you with beautiful blooms and pollinator-friendly flowers.

Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium Summer Pastel Mix) - If you want to attract butterflies to your xeriscape flower garden, grow Yarrow seeds and bring beauty and butterflies! This Achillea Summer Pastel Mix is made up of a wide range of colors: pink, rose, orange-red, purple, gray, salmon and mauve. Yarrow is a perennial, upright drought tolerant plant that blooms from spring until fall. The flower heads are 3 - 4 inches wide, the Yarrow plants spread 18 - 24 inches and reach 24 inches in height. Yarrow Summer Pastels make a great addition to any perennial xeriscape garden for mass plantings, borders, naturalized settings and cottage gardens. It also is a great cutting flower.

Throughout history, Yarrow plants have been used as a medicinal herb. The Achillea herb has especially been used in the treatment and care of wounds. The Yarrow herb plant should be planted in full sun and is tolerant to hot, dry, humid summers. Achillea Yarrow can tolerate poor soil conditions, and does best in lean, dry to medium wet, well-drained soil. Avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. Yarrow Plant Care: Remove faded flowers to encourage more growth, and divide Yarrow plants every 3 - 4 years.

How To Grow Yarrow From Seed: Sow Yarrow seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season ends. Use starter trays or small pots. Press Achillea seeds into the soil but do not cover. Light aids germination. Keep the herb seeds moist until germination. Or, after frost danger has passed, directly sow Yarrow flower seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Thin Yarrow seedlings to 16 inches apart.

1990 AAS Flower Winner.Strong-stemmed pastel flower clusters in a beautiful color range unusual for yarrow. Foliage is fragrant and lacy. Flowers first year from seed and will bloom continuously until heavy frost. Blooms faithfully year after year. Hardy perennial. Uniform mature plants are about 2 feet tall and 1.5 feet wide.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

8 - 10 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

30 inches

Yarrow (Achillea Filipendulina Parker) - Readily establishes from Yarrow seeds, Achillea Parker is an upright, clump-forming, drought tolerant perennial which is noted for its deeply-dissected, fern-like, aromatic, grayish-green foliage. It is also known for its tiny, long-lasting, bright golden flowers which appear in dense, flattened clusters that can measure up to 4 inches across. It sometimes is referred to as Fernleaf Yarrow. Yarrow flowers bloom throughout the summer and fall on stiff, erect stems reaching 36 - 48 inches in height. The Yarrow herb was important throughout the centuries as a medicinal herb. Many people grew the herb seeds for a drought tolerant plant that was useful in the treatment of wounds.

Achillea Yarrow grows best in lean soils with dry to medium moisture that are well-drained which makes it perfect for xeriscape landscaping. Yarrow plants like positions in full sun and protected from strong winds. Yarrow makes excellent cut flowers. They also dry well for crafts and dried flower arrangement. To dry Yarrow, hang it upside down in a dry, dark, well-ventilated place. The foliage retains it's somewhat spicy aroma even once it it dried.

Yarrow Plant Care: Deadhead spent Yarrow flower heads to promote additional bloom. Cut plants back to basal leaves after flowering to tidy the plants and to encourage possible additional bloom. Divide clumps when they become overcrowded (every 3 - 4 years). Fernleaf Yarrow can be grown from flower seeds, and the plants may self-seed in the garden under optimum growing conditions.

How To Grow Yarrow From Seed: Sow Yarrow seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season ends. Use starter trays or small pots. Press the herb seeds into the soil but do not cover. Light aids germination. Keep Achillea seeds moist until germination. Or, after frost danger has passed, directly sow Yarrow flower seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Press seed into the soil and space 30 inches apart. a good plant where water conservation is desired.

Approximately 5000 seeds covers 300 square feet.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

60 - 65F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

20 - 45 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

1/3 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1 pound per acre

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

16 inches

White Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) is a hardy perennial wildflower, available in 4 sizes, and grows in USDA zones 4-9. It features flat-topped white flower clusters and fragrant fern-like foliage. Ideal for gardens and meadows, it spreads easily through underground roots, so careful management is needed. Yarrow thrives in full sun and poor, well-drained soil. It grows very easily from Yarrow seeds, and it also spreads by underground roots making it quite resistant to drought. It is used in the flower garden, in natural settings or xeriscape landscaping.

image of flower

Wildlife habitat

White Yarrow thrives in wild habitats, making it perfect for natural meadows and wildflower gardens. It grows easily from seed and spreads through underground roots. Yarrow is resilient, tolerating poor soil and full sun, adding beauty to any wild landscape with its white flower clusters and fern-like foliage.

image of flower

Medicinal Use

Yarrow has long been valued as a medicinal herb, often cultivated for its medicinal properties, particularly for treating wounds. It was commonly used on battlefields to aid injured soldiers. While it enhances the beauty of meadows, Yarrow's rapid growth requires attention to prevent it from overtaking other wildflowers.

image of flower

Nitrogen Fixation

This wildflower is not only a nitrogen-fixing plant, it benefits wild habitats by improving soil structure and attracting pollinators. Its deep roots help aerate the soil, promoting better water absorption, while its presence supports a healthy ecosystem in wildflower meadows and gardens.

image of flower

Culinary Use

Though primarily known for its medicinal benefits, White Yarrow has also been used in culinary applications. Its leaves and flowers can be used sparingly to add a bitter, aromatic flavor to salads, soups, and stews. However, due to its potency, it should be used with caution in any culinary setting.

It is known for its ability to enhance garden health and beauty. Its fragrant, delicate blooms attract various pollinators, making it a key player in supporting wildlife. This hardy perennial is highly adaptable to different climates and conditions, thriving in dry and challenging soils. Its deep roots improve drought tolerance, ensuring it flourishes even in less-than-ideal environments. Its broad growing range makes it a versatile choice for any garden setting.

Yarrow is the perfect versatile companion for your garden, offering both beauty and numerous benefits. This hardy plant thrives in a range of conditions, making it an ideal choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces. With its fragrant blooms and ability to attract pollinators, Yarrow brings life to your garden while improving drought resistance and soil quality. Discover the charm and practicality of Yarrow as a valuable addition to any garden landscape.

Yarrow is easy to establish, whether sown directly or started indoors. For direct sowing, use 1/3 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1 pound per acre, and lightly cover the seeds with soil. To start indoors, plant seeds 6-8 weeks before the last frost in a well-draining mix. Lightly cover the seeds, keeping them warm and moist. But avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. After the danger of frost has passed, transplant the seedlings outdoors. This straightforward process ensures a strong start for your Yarrow plants, whether indoors or directly in the garden.

White Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) is a hardy perennial wildflower, available in 4 sizes, and grows in USDA zones 4-9. It features flat-topped white flower clusters and fragrant fern-like foliage. Ideal for gardens and meadows, it spreads easily through underground roots, so careful management is needed. Yarrow thrives in full sun and poor, well-drained soil. It grows very easily from Yarrow seeds, and it also spreads by underground roots making it quite resistant to drought. It is used in the flower garden, in natural settings or xeriscape landscaping.

image of flower

Wildlife habitat

White Yarrow thrives in wild habitats, making it perfect for natural meadows and wildflower gardens. It grows easily from seed and spreads through underground roots. Yarrow is resilient, tolerating poor soil and full sun, adding beauty to any wild landscape with its white flower clusters and fern-like foliage.

image of flower

Medicinal Use

Yarrow has long been valued as a medicinal herb, often cultivated for its medicinal properties, particularly for treating wounds. It was commonly used on battlefields to aid injured soldiers. While it enhances the beauty of meadows, Yarrow's rapid growth requires attention to prevent it from overtaking other wildflowers.

image of flower

Nitrogen Fixation

This wildflower is not only a nitrogen-fixing plant, it benefits wild habitats by improving soil structure and attracting pollinators. Its deep roots help aerate the soil, promoting better water absorption, while its presence supports a healthy ecosystem in wildflower meadows and gardens.

image of flower

Culinary Use

Though primarily known for its medicinal benefits, White Yarrow has also been used in culinary applications. Its leaves and flowers can be used sparingly to add a bitter, aromatic flavor to salads, soups, and stews. However, due to its potency, it should be used with caution in any culinary setting.

It is known for its ability to enhance garden health and beauty. Its fragrant, delicate blooms attract various pollinators, making it a key player in supporting wildlife. This hardy perennial is highly adaptable to different climates and conditions, thriving in dry and challenging soils. Its deep roots improve drought tolerance, ensuring it flourishes even in less-than-ideal environments. Its broad growing range makes it a versatile choice for any garden setting.

Yarrow is the perfect versatile companion for your garden, offering both beauty and numerous benefits. This hardy plant thrives in a range of conditions, making it an ideal choice for gardeners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces. With its fragrant blooms and ability to attract pollinators, Yarrow brings life to your garden while improving drought resistance and soil quality. Discover the charm and practicality of Yarrow as a valuable addition to any garden landscape.

Yarrow is easy to establish, whether sown directly or started indoors. For direct sowing, use 1/3 ounce per 1,000 square feet or 1 pound per acre, and lightly cover the seeds with soil. To start indoors, plant seeds 6-8 weeks before the last frost in a well-draining mix. Lightly cover the seeds, keeping them warm and moist. But avoid heavy clays and moist, rich, fertile soils. After the danger of frost has passed, transplant the seedlings outdoors. This straightforward process ensures a strong start for your Yarrow plants, whether indoors or directly in the garden.

White Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium) - White Yarrow is seen growing in all regions of the United States. It grows very easily from Yarrow seeds, and it also spreads by underground roots. It is used in the flower garden or in natural settings. Wild Yarrow looks lovely in meadows, but care must be given so that it doesn't dominate and crowd out other wildflowers. Yarrow has attractive, fragrant, finely divided fern-like leaves and large flat-topped dusty white flower clusters. The Yarrow herb plant was also widely used as a medicinal herb. The Yarrow herb seeds were often grown to produce plants that were useful in the cure of wounds, and Yarrow was used on the battlefields to treat wounded soldiers.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

Approximately 500 seeds covers 10 square feet

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Yarrow (Achillea Tomentosa Aurea) - Grow Yarrow seeds for this delightful variety known as Dwarf Yarrow or Woolly Yarrow. This, drought tolerant, low-growing yellow Yarrow is perfect for the front of the border, general ground cover plants, or in containers. It has a silvery fern-like foliage and brilliant golden flowers when in bloom. This dwarf Achillea plant is very attractive to bees and butterflies, and it makes a wonderful cut flower and dries well too. Yarrow has very good drought tolerance; however, it is adaptable to most soils making it a great choice for xeriscaping. Fertilize sparingly as nitrogen rich soil will produce lush foliage production but less flowering.

Sow Yarrow seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season ends. Use starter trays or small pots. Press Woolly Yarrow seeds into the soil but do not cover. Light aids germination. Keep the ground cover seeds moist until germination. Or, after frost danger has passed, directly sow Yarrow ground cover seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Thin the Yarrow seedlings to 12 inches apart.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

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Can I grow achillea in containers?

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Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

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Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

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Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

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What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

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This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

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Are plants toxic to animals?

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Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

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Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

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Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

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What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

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Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

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How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

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Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

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What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

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Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

8 - 10 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

24 inches

Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium Cerise Queen) - Achillea Cerise Queen is a carefree and generously blooming, drought resistant perennial for summer and early fall. Readily establishes from Yarrow seeds, Cerise Queen Yarrow features flower heads that are bright magenta-pink and finely dissected green, aromatic foliage. Butterflies and bees love Yarrow flowers, and you will too in your summer border! Yarrow is lovely and a medicinal herb as well. The herb seeds have been grown in herb xeriscape gardens for centuries for the treatment of wounds.

Yarrow is a clump forming plant that gradually spreads by underground runners. It's best to divide Yarrow plants every 2 - 3 years. Yarrow is a tolerant perennial, withstanding heat and humidity and even though it can tolerate some drought, it will look and perform better with a little water. Yarrow plant care includes deadheading the faded blooms to encourage continuous blooming.

Sow Yarrow seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks before frost season ends. Use starter trays or small pots. Press Yarrow flower seeds into the soil but do not cover. Light aids germination. Keep the flower seeds moist until germination. Or, after frost danger has passed, directly sow Achillea seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Thin the Yarrow seedlings to 24 inches apart.

Common Questions

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Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

ABOUT

FAQ's

VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Do not cover the seed but press into the soil

SOWING RATE

6 - 7 seeds per plant or approximately 1000 seeds covers 75 square feet.

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

16 inches

Yarrow Love Parade (Achillea sibirica) - This pink flowering yarrow is an upright, tufted, perennial plant that is native to Siberia which is why it is often referred to as Siberian Yarrow. It typically grows to 12 - 24 inches tall. Small flowers around 1/2 inch in diameter bloom in summer in dense clusters atop stems. Each small flower features dull white disk flowers which are surrounded by white rays. Yarrow grows well in sunny, hot and dry locations. You can plant Yarrow in mass, along flower beds or use as a border plant in the cottage garden.

Easily grown in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained sandy loams in full sun. Plants do well in average to lean garden soils and tolerate poor soils as long as drainage is good. Avoid heavy clay soils and moist, rich, fertile soils. Plants tolerate hot, humid summers and drought. Try to avoid areas that have strong winds. For additional blooming, deadhead spent flowers. Cut plants back to basal leaves after flowering to tidy the planting and to encourage possible additional blooming late in the season. Divide clumps every 3 to 4 years when they become overcrowded.

After frost danger has passed, directly sow Yarrow seeds outdoors in prepared soil. Press the seeds into the soil. Thin Yarrow seedlings to 16 inches apart.

Common Questions

Q

Are achillea plants deer resistant?

A

Yes, both deer and rabbits avoid these plants.

Q

How often should I divide achillea, and when?

A

Divide every 2-3 years as they can be vigorous spreaders. Divide in fall or spring; fall in warmer areas, spring in cooler areas.

Q

Can I grow achillea in containers?

A

Yes, mixed or by itself yarrow does just fine in containers.

Q

Is achillea a good pollinator plant?

A

Yes, both bees and butterflies are attracted to the garden with yarrow flowers.

Q

What are some good areas of my landscape to use yarrow plants?

A

This perennial is used in full sun areas for rock gardens, edging plants, butterfly gardens, cut flower gardens, garden beds, informal gardens, prairies and meadows or in containers.

Q

Are plants toxic to animals?

A

Yes, these plants are toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

Q

Do I need to deadhead my spent blooms?

A

Yes, if you want a longer bloom season you will need to deadhead your spent blooms.

Q

What are the pros and cons of adding yarrow to your garden?

A

Yarrow serves multiple purposes: it repels unwanted insects, attracts pollinators, and enhances soil structure with its deep roots. However, in optimal conditions, yarrow has the potential to spread aggressively.

Q

How can I use yarrow flowers in floral arrangements?

A

Yarrow flowers feature long, sturdy stems and are available in a variety of colors. They serve as an excellent filler in floral arrangements.

Q

What are some recommended companion plants for yarrow?

A

Plants such as heleniums, anthemis, echinacea, shasta daisies and monarda are wonderful companion plants for yarrows.

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