The Plant Bat

Your Friendly Neighborhood Native Plant Nut in Austin, TX

Common Yarrow
Common name

Common Yarrow

Scientific name Achillea millefolium
Plant type Perennial
Other Common Names Western Yarrow, Yarrow, Milfoil
Size S (2' × 2')
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Soil texture Sand, Loam, Clay
Growth behavior Fills in

Notes

Yarrow is a neat plant that spreads easily, so give it room. The flowers make a nice perch for butterflies, and when not in bloom, the leaves make for an attractive ground cover. Not to be confused with the Spreading Hedge Parsley, which is invasive here.

It cannot seem to handle any afternoon sun, even with supplemental irrigation. Plant it where it gets morning sun and afternoon shade.

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