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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 3–11Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — scientifically known as Achillea x taygetea; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 63

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — they leave behind interesting seed heads that provide winter interest; thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, image 77
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — and it works exceptionally well in wildflower meadows or as a filler in mixed beds; thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Easy to propagate by division in spring or fall
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Its sturdy stems resist wind; which heightens the ecological value of a garden
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — which enables it to produce the richest bloom colors; thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant, image 69
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — It is not fussy about soil conditions
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Blooms from early summer to fall; which heightens the ecological value of a garden
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — These blooms can vary in hue from white to pink; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 95
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — perennial with yellow blooms; which heightens the ecological value of a garden
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — which enables it to produce the richest bloom colors; thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant, image 97
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — which enables it to produce the richest bloom colors; thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Blooms from early summer to fall
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — from cottage gardens to more formal borders; and it works exceptionally well in wildflower meadows or as a filler in mixed beds
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — from cottage gardens to more formal borders; and it works exceptionally well in wildflower meadows or as a filler in, image 80
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Its sturdy stems resist wind; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 75
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established; and it works exceptionally well in wildflower
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — perennial for full
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — though well-drained soil is ideal
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — scientifically known as Achillea x taygetea; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 91
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — These blooms can vary in hue from white to pink; which heightens the ecological value of a garden, image 67
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — daisy-like flowers in shades of pink
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — making it an excellent choice for water-conscious gardens
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established; and it works exceptionally well in, image 60
Yarrow (Achillea X Taygetea) — These blooms can vary in hue from white to pink
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