Yarrow (Achillea): Easy-Care Perennials in a Rainbow of Colors

Yarrow (Achillea)

Discover the carefree beauty of Yarrow (Achillea), a group of easy-care perennials that offer a wide range of colors—from soft pastels to vibrant reds and yellows. Butterflies adore the flat-topped flower clusters, and the blooms make excellent, long-lasting cut flowers for fresh or dried arrangements. Blooming from summer into fall, these tough plants grow 2–3 feet tall and are remarkably waterwise. Once established, they require only low water, making them perfect for sustainable landscapes.

Why Choose Yarrow?

• Wide color range: white, yellow, pink, red, peach, and more.
• Butterfly and pollinator magnet.
• Excellent cut and dried flowers.
• Blooms summer through fall.
• Drought tolerant once established.
• Deer and rabbit resistant.
• Low maintenance—thrives on neglect.

Growing Requirements

• Full Sun – Non-negotiable for best performance.
• Low Water – Waterwise once established.

Plant in well-drained, average to poor soil. Space 18–24 inches apart. Water regularly first season, then only in extreme drought. Deadhead for continuous bloom. Divide every 2–3 years in spring. Avoid rich soil and shade. Perfect for meadow gardens, borders, and hellstrips.