Yarrow

Achillea X Taygetea

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Overview

Yarrow (Achillea x taygetea) is a perennial herb prized for its hardiness and resilience. It typically reaches 2-3 feet in height with fern-like foliage and clusters of small, daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, red, yellow, or white. Blooms from early summer to fall. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established. Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a ground cover. Attracts pollinators and resists deer.

Sun FullWater Low, Very LowZones 3–11Climate Mediterranean

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Blooms from early summer to fall

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Yarrow (Achillea x taygetea) is a perennial herb prized for its hardiness and resilience

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — daisy-like flowers in shades of pink

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Blooms from early summer to fall

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a ground cover

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — scientifically known as Achillea x taygetea

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Attracts pollinators and resists deer

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 3–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Yarrow (Achillea x taygetea) is a perennial herb prized for its hardiness and resilience

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — daisy-like flowers in shades of pink

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Blooms from early summer to fall

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and as a ground cover

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — scientifically known as Achillea x taygetea

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Attracts pollinators and resists deer

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — This hardy herbaceous plant typically reaches a height of 2 to 3 feet and spreads about 2 to 3 feet wide

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — is a versatile and appealing perennial that offers a host of benefits to any landscape design

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — These blooms can vary in hue from white to pink

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — textured look with its finely dissected leaves and flat-topped clusters of flowers

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — introducing a lively splash of color throughout their flowering time

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — which enables it to produce the richest bloom colors

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — and it can tolerate drought

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — though well-drained soil is ideal

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — making it an excellent choice for water-conscious gardens

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — It is not fussy about soil conditions

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — which heightens the ecological value of a garden

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — and when the vibrant flowers finish their display

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Its sturdy stems resist wind

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — they leave behind interesting seed heads that provide winter interest

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Achillea x taygetea can be incorporated into a variety of design themes

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Easy to propagate by division in spring or fall

Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — from cottage gardens to more formal borders

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