Yarrow 'Fern Leaf': Drought-Tolerant Perennial with Gray Foliage and Yellow Flowers

Yarrow 'Fern Leaf'

Bring texture and wildlife appeal to your sunny garden with Yarrow 'Fern Leaf'. This beautiful drought-tolerant perennial features soft, fern-like gray foliage that forms an attractive mound, topped by bright yellow flower heads from early to late summer. The blooms are a magnet for butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens. Its low water needs and tough constitution make it ideal for xeriscapes and low-maintenance landscapes.

Key Features

• Soft, gray-green fern-like foliage.
• Bright yellow flat-topped flower clusters.
• Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
• Exceptionally drought tolerant once established.
• Deer and rabbit resistant.
• Long blooming season—early to late summer.

Growing Requirements

• Full Sun – Essential for compact growth and heavy flowering.
• Moderate Moisture – Low water needs once established.
• Height: 1–2 inches (foliage); flowers rise higher.
• Spread: 2–4 feet.

Plant in lean, well-drained soil. Avoid rich soil and overwatering, which cause flopping. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom. Divide every 2–3 years in spring. Excellent for rock gardens, slopes, and meadow plantings.