Yarrow - Achillea millefolium

Perennial Open Pollinated. Attractive low growing grey-green fernlike foliage. Sends up 3' tall stems topped with white umbrella flowers in spring. This basal foliage tolerates foot traffic and is used as an alternative lawn. Yarrow has also been used as a medicinal herb for centuries. Blooms second spring after planting from seed. 1/4 lb covers approximately 1000 sq ft if broadcast. When plants reach 1/2 tall, thin to 1" apart.

Flowers: Good cut flower, dries well. Blooms in summer
Attracts: Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects
Soil: Adaptable to various soil types
Native: Europe - Naturalized throughout the Northern Hemisphere

USDA Zone: 5-10
Plant In: Fall or Spring
Planting Depth: Surface
Days to Germinate: 20-45 Days
Height At Maturity: 2'-3'
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Light Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 737,088

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Beneficial Insects
California Native
Good Cut Flower
Good for Drying
Native
Open-Pollinated
Wildflower

Characteristics

Organic Status : 5 - 10

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : White

Growth Habit : Low Growing

Life Cycle : Perennial

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Beneficial Insects

Planting Time : Fall

Planting Time : Spring

Seed Unit Sizes : Bulk

Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Yarrow, White (1/4 lb)