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Achillea millefolium Common Yarrow
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Common Yarrow

Also Known As:

Nosebleed Plant

Botanical Name:

Achillea millefolium
  • Flat-topped clusters of white flowers
  • Seeds ripen July to September
  • Foliage is mid-green and fine-textured
  • A native plant in most areas of North America
  • Bloom Time: June to August
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Hardiness Zone

2

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Flower Colour

  • White
height

Height

45 cm-60 cm

Width

Spread

50 cm-60 cm

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Plant Characteristics

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Sunny

Exposure

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Sun/Shade
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Soil Moisture

  • Average to Dry Soils
  • Moist to Average
  • Moist to Wet Soils
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Attracts Wildlife

  • Attracts Butterflies
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Growth Rate

  • Fast
Palette

Foliage Colour

  • Green
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Critter

  • Deer Resistant
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Attributes

  • Cut Flower/Foliage
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Edible
  • Fragrant
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Long Blooming
  • Low Maintenance
  • Native to Ontario
  • Salt Tolerant
  • Seed
  • Xeriscape
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Flowering Time

  • Lt. Sum-Fall
  • Summer
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Shape

  • Clumping
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Garden Uses

  • Roadside planting
  • Rooftop (extensive)

Additional Details

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Growing Tips & Maintenance

  • Grows best in full sun, however, it can tolerate partial shade. This plant can spread quickly, either by its roots or more effectively by seed. Grows in many soil conditions, is suitable for hot, dry locations and tolerant of moist sites. Deadheading will promote new blooms and prevent excessive seeding. Generally disease and insect resistant. 
Note

Additional Notes

  • Native to Ontario Achillea millefolium is brewed for teas to remedy colds and the flu. The name Achillea comes from Greek mythology and as legend has it, was used to treat war wounds during battle. The foliage can be crushed to help control bleeding in emergencies. Achillea millefolium is identified to have several medicinal benefits, but should be not be used in excess. Extended use can cause photosensitivity, and handling the plant can cause allergic reactions in some people.
Achillea millefolium Common Yarrow
Common Yarrow

Size: PL50

Achillea millefolium Common Yarrow

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