Yarrow Growing Guide

Achillea millefolium

Crop Rotation Group

Miscellaneous ●

Soil

Will grow in any soil

Position

Full sun

Frost tolerant

Hardy

Feeding

None generally needed.

Spacing

Single Plants: 45cm (1' 5") each way (minimum)
Rows: 45cm (1' 5") with 45cm (1' 5") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Start with a purchased plant and transplant it from early spring to mid summer.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

It is a nutrient accumulator and has a beneficial effect on most plants near it.

Harvesting

Pick leaves as and when needed for medicinal use. Cut flowers for arrangements.

Planting and Harvesting Calendar

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Pests which Affect Yarrow

Aphids (General)

Slug

Snail