Western Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

Whole yarrow plant with feathery leaves and flat white flower tops

looking down at a patch of yarrow with white tops and feathery leaves

close up of flat topped white yarrow flowers with yellow center.

Plant Description

Flat-topped white flower on fern-like aromatic leaves. Good dried flower. Perennial; narrow fern like leaves with an umbel of small white flowers; blooms mid spring to mid fall; drought tolerant; can be used as a lawn substitute if mowed; attracts butterflies; medicinal properties.

Plant Details

Life Forms	Forb
Habitats	Grasslands Prairies
Soil and Moisture Conditions	Dry to moist Low fertility soil
Special Uses	Attracts pollinators and or other beneficial insects Drought tolerant Ornamental Provides wildlife habitat
Shade Preference	Full sun Part shade
Mature Height	4-36"