Yarrow White

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White yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a herbaceous perennial plant that is native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It is a member of the sunflower family (Asteraceae) and is closely related to the daisy. White yarrow is a popular garden plant and is often used in borders, rock gardens, and meadow plantings.

White yarrow is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of conditions. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, but can also tolerate partial shade and poor soil. White yarrow is drought tolerant once established and is deer and rabbit resistant.

White yarrow blooms in summer and produces clusters of white flowers. The flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies and are often used in cut flower arrangements. White yarrow is also a medicinal plant and has been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, including wounds, fever, and inflammation.

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Planting Instructions

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Indoor Planting

Timing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost in your area.

Seeds: Sow seeds on the surface of a well-draining seed-starting mix. Yarrow seeds require light to germinate, so do not cover them with soil.  

Moisture: Gently mist the soil surface to keep it moist.

Temperature: Maintain a warm temperature of 65-75°F (18-24°C).

Light: Provide bright, indirect light. A grow light can be helpful.

Germination: Germination typically occurs within 10-21 days.

Transplanting: Once seedlings have developed 2-3 true leaves, transplant them into individual pots.

Hardening Off: Gradually acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions by placing them outdoors for short periods, increasing the time gradually over 7-10 days.  

Outdoor Planting

Timing: Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed to at least 60°F (15°C).

Site Selection: Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Yarrow tolerates a variety of soil types but prefers dry conditions.  

Soil Preparation: Prepare the soil by removing weeds and loosening the top few inches.

Planting: Broadcast seeds evenly over the prepared soil surface. Lightly press the seeds into the soil.

Spacing: Thin seedlings to 12-18 inches apart once they have established themselves.

Watering: Water gently and consistently until seedlings are established. Once established, yarrow is drought-tolerant.  

General Care

Watering: Water deeply and infrequently. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.

Fertilizing: Yarrow is a low-maintenance plant and does not require fertilization.  

Deadheading: Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.  

Pests and Diseases: Yarrow is generally pest- and disease-resistant.  

Note: Yarrow can be a vigorous self-seeder, so it's best to plant it in an area where it can spread freely or to deadhead spent flowers before they go to seed if you wish to control its spread

Achillea millefolium
Yarrow White

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Dark Green indicates the plant is native within the state, yellow rare, the lime green indicates where the plant is native and seen more within a state.

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