Achillea millefolium
Yarrow is a highly drought and heat-tolerant perennial, featuring vibrant umbel-like blooms that attract pollinators, ideal for water-wise landscaping.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Achillea millefolium, commonly known as ‘yarrow’, is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial from the Asteraceae family, valued for its fern-like foliage and flat-topped flower clusters that bloom over a long season. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and moderate to low fertility.
This perennial responds well to cutting propagation, with quick sticking in a well-drained medium and steady moisture to promote uniform rooting. Moderate growth regulation helps maintain compact plants with excellent garden performance.
With excellent heat and cold tolerance, Achillea is ideal for borders, wildflower plantings, and pollinator-friendly gardens, offering both ornamental beauty and ecological benefits.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Achillea millefolium Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Achillea millefolium series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
|---|---|
| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Achillea millefolium, part of the Asteraceae family, is known for its feathery foliage and flat, umbel-like flower clusters. This hardy perennial thrives in full sun, well-drained soil and low moisture. With exceptional drought and heat tolerance, Achillea millefolium blooms from early summer to early fall, making it a favorite for borders, rock gardens, and mass landscape plantings that need reliable, water-wise color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Upright / Mounded |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons, Landscape |
| Flowering Season | Early Summer to Autumn |
Commercial Achillea millefolium Series Overview
Danziger offers a specialized Achillea millefolium lineup, with each series bred for specific growth habits and production goals. Danziger offers different series within this crop:
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DESERT EVE™ series
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