Description
White Yarrow Seeds 6990 (Achillea millifolium). Native of Canada. Perennial.
Approx. 200 seeds/pkt (6,100 seeds/gram)
A Rugged, Versatile Ground Cover for Challenging Sunny Sites.
White Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a champion of the low-maintenance garden. This naturalized Canadian favourite is prized for its aromatic, fern-like foliage and its ability to produce swarms of showy, flat-topped white flowers for months on end. Growing to an average height of 45 cm, it spreads via rhizomes to form dense, lush mats. Whether used as a reliable ground cover for hot, dry slopes or as a delicate texture in a formal rock garden, White Yarrow offers long-lasting beauty where other plants struggle to survive.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6990
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Type: Naturalized Canadian Perennial
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Hardiness: Zone 3 (Extremely cold-hardy)
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Colour: Brilliant White
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Height: 45 cm
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Bloom Time: Mid-summer through Fall
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Features: Drought and heat tolerant; excellent cut flower; attracts beneficial insects; spreads effectively to suppress weeds.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
White Yarrow is remarkably adaptable; while it thrives in hot, dry, “hard to grow” areas, it is also found in moisture-rich meadows in the wild.
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Sow Indoors: Start seeds from mid-February through mid-March.
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Germination: Important: These seeds require light to germinate. Press them into the surface of a soilless medium but do not cover them. Maintain a temperature of 20°C; expect sprouts in 7–15 days.
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Sow Outdoors: Direct sow in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. White Yarrow is a fast-grower and will often flower in its very first season when sown early.
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Care: Once established, this plant is virtually “bulletproof.” To maintain a tidy appearance in formal borders, you can shear the plants back after the first flush of blooms to encourage fresh foliage and potential re-blooming.
Why White Yarrow Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you have a sunny spot that is too dry or too difficult for traditional perennials, White Yarrow is the solution. It is a “workhorse” species that provides a professional-looking finish with almost no TLC required. Its flowers are a magnet for pollinators, and its sturdy, flat-topped blooms make it a staple for fresh or dried floral arrangements. Plant it once, and enjoy its resilient beauty for years to come.
