Yarrow Plants for Sale
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium is an herbaceous perennial with lofty white flowers that add a touch of airiness and height, and feathery green leaves that give your garden plenty of texture. Plant the yarrow flower in your border, cottage garden, meadow garden, or pollinator or butterfly garden.
This plant is a versatile choice that will add height and unique texture to your garden. Plant it with Verbena, Bee Balm, and Coneflower to add layers and create both depth and airiness in your garden beds.
Achillea Yarrow Plant Details
Family: Asteraceae
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Water Needs: Moderate
Height: 3 ft.
Spread: 1 – 3 ft.
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Color: White
Wildlife Value: Attracts bees and butterflies
Landscape Uses and Maintenance
Yarrow is a perennial with tufts of white, fragrant flowers that add a whimsical, gentle beauty to the garden.
This plant grows best in full sun but tolerates partial shade. For consistent and vigorous blooms, ensure it is planted in an area with full sun. Do not plant in full shade.
Yarrow is a considerably hardy plant that is easily propagated. It has a long bloom period, and the season is extended by its seedheads, which stay until eaten by birds. Leave the stems standing through the fall. You can leave the seeds to self-sow and also divide the plant once it is firmly established and spreading. Always divide during the spring when the plant is dormant.
Noteworthy Characteristics of Yarrow Plants
This is a favorite pollinator plant. Yarrow is the host plant for many beloved pollinators and will attract bees and butterflies to your garden. Other varieties of this plant have red, yellow, or pink flowers. Collect them all to create a stunning rainbow effect in your garden.
Customer Reviews
The plants were packaged carefully and looked fantastic. They are strong, colorful, and full of life in my yard.
My Yarrow plants came healthy and vibrant. They’ve settled quickly into my soil and are spreading beautifully.
I couldn’t be happier with these plants. They’re hardy, colorful, and already attracting pollinators to my garden.
These Yarrow arrived in great shape, and within weeks, I noticed new growth. I’ll definitely order again.
The plants were affordable and healthy. They’re filling in slowly, but I’m confident they’ll spread out by summer.
What are the cons of growing yarrow?
There are no real cons to growing yarrow—it’s a hardy, low-maintenance perennial that thrives in many conditions. It’s drought-tolerant, easy to grow, and produces long-lasting blooms. Yarrow adds color, texture, and beauty to gardens with very little effort.
How tall does yarrow grow?
Yarrow typically grows 1 to 3 feet tall, forming upright stems topped with clusters of colorful blooms. Its feathery foliage adds soft texture to gardens. With sunlight and good soil, it grows strong and full each season.
Why is yarrow called devil's nettle?
Yarrow is sometimes called “Devil’s Nettle” because of old folklore and superstition. People once believed it had mystical powers to both protect and heal, giving it a name that reflected mystery rather than harm. Despite the old tales, it’s simply a hardy, beneficial plant loved for its beauty and resilience.
Exposure
Yarrow flourishes in complete sun, needing at least six hours of direct sunlight daily. It can tolerate light shade, but optimal blooming and growth occur with more sunlight. Well-drained soil and ample sunlight ensure Yarrow's best performance.
Height at Maturity
Over 12"
Usage
Pollinator Plant
Shipped As
Bare-root
Ships
USPS
Planting Zones
3-9
How To Grow
How to Grow and Care for Bare Root Perennials, Tubers, and Bulbs
Bare root perennials, tubers, and bulbs are an easy and economical way to jumpstart your garden with lasting beauty. These dormant plants should be planted in early spring or fall while the soil is cool and workable. Before planting, soak bare roots in water for 1–2 hours to rehydrate them. Choose a location based on the plant’s light needs—most flowering types prefer full sun, while others thrive in partial shade.
For bare root perennials, dig a shallow hole and spread the roots out naturally, ensuring the crown is level with the soil surface. For tubers and bulbs, plant with the pointed side facing up at a depth about two to three times their height. Cover with soil, gently press down, and water thoroughly.
Keep soil consistently moist (not soggy) until new growth appears. Add mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds, but avoid covering the crown or bulb tops. Once established, these plants require little maintenance—just seasonal watering, occasional dividing, and deadheading or pruning as needed. With proper care, they’ll return and thrive year after year.
