Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
Yarrow is a hardy perennial with feathery, finely divided foliage and dense, flat-topped flower clusters in shades of pink, red, yellow, or white. It thrives in lean, dry conditions and attracts butterflies and pollinators.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Drought Tolerance
USDA Hardiness Zone
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Forest Layer Placement
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Native Range
Temperate Eurasia
Function & Care
Functional Roles
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Companion Planting
Plants well with
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Lavandula angustifolia
Yarrow is a confirmed insectary plant that harbors parasitic wasps and hoverflies; when interplanted with lavender the combined aromatic canopy creates a stable beneficial insect habitat.
Solanum lycopersicum
Yarrow is reported to improve the essential oil content of aromatic neighbors and to attract predatory insects (ladybirds, lacewings) that reduce tomato aphid pressure.
Brassica oleracea
Yarrow attracts parasitic wasps and other beneficial insects that prey on cabbage worms, aphids, and other brassica pests.
Notable Cultivars
Popular cultivars include 'Moonshine' (pale yellow flowers), 'Paprika' (deep red), and 'Summer Pastels' (mixed soft colors). These are bred for extended bloom and compact growth.