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A perennial deciduous plant with clustered flowers on taller stems from the Asteraceae family. This plant is hardy through the entire UK down to -20.
The Yarrow grows clumps of gorgeous, flowers on stems shooting up a foot or two from the ground. These flowers spread over the compact foliage which, like miniature ferns, have many branching leaves- giving this species the name millefolium. The Yarrow is also named for the legendary hero Achilles, who is said to have carried the herb to treat his comrades in battle.
Perennial
Flower: clustered flowers on taller stems
Flowers June to August
Scientific Name Achillea millefolium (Achilles' herb with countless leaves)
Common Name Yarrow, Common Yarrow, Devil's Nettle, Dog Daisy, Dog Fennel, Milfoil, Soldier's Woundwort, Thousandleaf
Origin Native to most of Europe and parts of Western Asia
Pruning Tips Cut back flowers after they've faded to keep your plant neat and encourage prolonged blooming.
Wildlife Value Lots of pollinators, especially bees, hoverflies and butterflies. Good food for moth caterpillars, especially the Tawny Speckled Pug.
Positioning Dappled shade to full sun Water Drought tolerant
Soil Make sure your soil drains freely
Food Will benefit from monthly feeding
Pet-safe No, can be toxic to cats, dogs and horses.
Sprouts Top Tips This plant is prone to spreading so plan carefully if you want it to stay neat and tidy!