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Common Yarrow

Common Yarrow

ACHILLEA millefolium

Blooms Spring through Fall
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Common Name(s)
Yarrow, Common or Western Yarrow, Milfoil
Sunlight
Full Sun (6+ hrs)
Perennial Zones
3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Watering
Let dry
Max Height
2'–4'
Max Spread
Over 24"
Special Features
California Native, Deer resistant, Cut flowers
Garden Design Role
Architectural
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Lifespan
Perennial
Growing Habit
Mounding
Drought Resistance
High drought resistance
Bloom Color
White
Foliage Color
Green
Stem Color
Green, Purple/Black
Genus
Achillea
Family
Asteraceae
Ship Size
4"

Common Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a rugged and versatile perennial native to the Northern Hemisphere, beloved for its feathery, fern-like green foliage and historical significance. In late spring and summer, it produces flat-topped clusters of tiny white-to-cream flowers that stand tall on sturdy stems. It is a legendary "companion plant" in the garden, known to improve the health of plants growing near it while attracting a wide array of beneficial insects and pollinators.

As a foundational member of the Achillea genus, Common Yarrow is exceptionally drought-tolerant once established and thrives in poor, well-drained soils. It is often used as a mowable lawn alternative or a structural element in wildflower meadows. Why you’ll love it: Incredible pollinator appeal, soft feathery texture, and a bulletproof nature that handles heat, cold, and drought with ease.

This healthy 4" live plant thrives in full sun and is a low-maintenance powerhouse for any sustainable landscape.