Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
About this plant
Achillea millefolium
Type: Perennial · Family: Asteraceae · Native Region: Pacific Northwest
A beloved ecological, medicinal, and cultural powerhouse, no pollinator gardden is complete without Yarrow. Achillea millefolium forms a ferny fountain shape with relentless blooms starting in June to... whenever they feel like it! Yarrow's "squirrel tail" fronds + sturdy stems make them perfect in a bouquet, and can also be carefully applied as a powerful herbal medicine. Insects love their consistent blooms, and several parasitic species rely on them to signal for prey. Yarrow should be thoughtfully sited - it's a tough, vigorous grower which can quickly overpower smaller plants with their pushy rhizomes. Perfect for hellstrips and native lawns! *Always consult a herbalist when considering using plants in medicinal applications
Growing Conditions
- Sun: Sun to Part Shade
- Water: Dry to Medium
- Bloom Time: June - August
- Bloom Color: White
- Mature Size: 3–3 ft tall, 3–3 ft wide
Attributes
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Edible
- Medicinal
- Portland Approved Plant List
Landscape Use
Mixed Border, Pollinator Garden, Hedgerow / Wildlife Corridor, Erosion Control
Ecological Notes
Ecological function: insectary, compost Source: Bloomsday Natives availability list (Dec 2025) Source: Bloomsday Natives incoming order (Feb 2026) - Beaver Lake