• A close-up of Achillea borealis (Yarrow) flowers, displaying dense clusters of small, white blooms with delicate petals and yellow centers. The fern-like green foliage is partially visible in the background.
  • This image shows a cluster of common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) growing in a dry, gravelly area. The plant forms a basal rosette of finely divided, feathery green leaves with some reddish tinges. Upright stems rise from the center, each topped with flat-topped clusters of small, white flowers. The background features sparse vegetation and rocky soil, highlighting yarrow’s adaptability to harsh, disturbed environments.
  • A young Achillea borealis (Yarrow) plant with soft, fuzzy, fern-like leaves emerging from the ground. The silvery-green foliage is surrounded by grass and soil.
  • A vibrant mix of Achillea borealis (Yarrow) foliage in autumn colors, with feathery leaves transitioning from green to shades of red, yellow, and purple.
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Achillea borealis - Yarrow

Achillea borealis - Yarrow

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Yarrow is a hardy, fast-spreading perennial known for its flat-topped clusters of tiny white flowers that bloom from early summer into fall. Its finely divided, aromatic foliage forms dense mats, making it highly effective for erosion control in tough-to-grow areas. Extremely drought-tolerant and resilient, Yarrow spreads readily through rhizomes and by seed. Its long flowering period provides an extended nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

While highly beneficial for pollinators, its vigorous growth makes it best suited for spaces where it can be harvested, managed, or used to stabilize areas where other plants struggle to establish, especially in rural plantings or large-scale landscapes. Yarrow's strong fragrance and bitter-tasting foliage make it unpalatable to deer, giving it a high level of natural grazing resistance.

How Easy Is This Plant to Grow?

Germination Difficulty: Beginner
Growing Difficulty: Beginner
Speed of Growth: Fast
Age to First Bloom: 2

Plant Sizes & Blooming Window

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Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please scroll down to see the specific information for this plant.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 25

Light Conditions

  • Sun
  • Part Shade

Soil Conditions

  • Dry
  • Sandy
  • Gravelly
  • Well Drained
  • Loam
  • Clay
  • Moist

Height

  • 12" - 24"

Width

  • Spreading

Bloom Colour

  • White

Month of Bloom

  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August
  • Septemeber

Vigorousness

  • Very Aggressive

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Fragrant
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Fall Color
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Native to Canada, Yarrow is found throughout the country, thriving in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and disturbed areas. Its range extends across much of North America.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Yarrow has long been valued for its medicinal properties, including wound healing, digestive support, and respiratory health. The leaves and flowers can be used fresh or dried for teas and salves.