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Lake Country Yarrow

Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country'

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Overview

Achillea millefolium 'Lake Country', commonly known as Lake Country Yarrow, is a hardy perennial featuring delicate, fern-like foliage. It boasts flat clusters of pale pink to white flowers atop stems reaching 2-3 feet high. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, this drought-tolerant plant blooms from early to late summer, attracting butterflies. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and naturalized areas. Space them 18-24 inches apart for best growth.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 3–10Type Ground cover, Perennial
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — commonly known as Lake Country Yarrow
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — It boasts flat clusters of pale pink to white flowers atop stems reaching 2-3 feet highLake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — though it prefers well-draining soilLake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — It is commendable for its resilience against pests and diseasesLake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — When designing with Lake County YarrowLake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — With minimal watering requirements once established and an ability to handle moderate foot trafficLake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Space them 18-24 inches apart for best growth+16

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — commonly known as Lake Country Yarrow
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — It boasts flat clusters of pale pink to white flowers atop stems reaching 2-3 feet high
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — though it prefers well-draining soil
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — It is commendable for its resilience against pests and diseases
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — When designing with Lake County Yarrow
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — With minimal watering requirements once established and an ability to handle moderate foot traffic
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Space them 18-24 inches apart for best growth
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — ground cover / perennial for full or half
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — and it's known to attract beneficial pollinators such as butterflies and bees
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — dainty flowers that present a range of colors from white to soft pink
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Achillea millefolium 'Lake County,' commonly known as Lake County Yarrow
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — consider its drought resistance and carefree nature for mass planting
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — this plant thrives in zones 3 through 9 and is well-adjusted to a variety of soil types
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — thus extending its allure from the garden into the home
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and naturalized areas
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — white flowers in the garden
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — thereby promoting biodiversity in the garden.<br><br>The feathery
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — ground cover / perennial with white blooms
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Typically blossoming from early summer to early fall
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — this drought-tolerant plant blooms from early to late summer
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Lake County Yarrow reaches a mature height of approximately 2 to 3 feet and spreads around 2 to 3
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — its cut flowers make excellent fresh or dried floral arrangements
Lake Country Yarrow (Achillea Millefolium 'Lake Country') — Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
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