Yarrow
Achillea filipendula

Yarrow is an extremely easy to grow, drought tolerant perennial that has no special needs other than ordinary, well-drained soil. Yarrow grows best in full sun and will tolerate partial shade. In the shade it tends to be a little less aggressive. Cultivars are available that range in height from 12 – 36 inches. Fern-like foliage has a strong odor. Flowers are a flat topped or round cluster and usually yellow in color with some cultivars offering pastel colors. Cultivars to look for include 'Coronation Gold', 'Gold Plate', 'Altgold' and 'Neugold'.

Zones 3-8

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