yarrow
Achillea 'Moonshine'
Overview
Achillea 'Moonshine' yarrow is an amazing plant with a unique and attractive bloom. Its bright yellow flowers stand out beautifully against its green foliage, with petals that look just like daisies. Yarrow prefers full sun and tolerates drought, making it an ideal choice for those who don't have a lot of time to care for their plants. It's also resistant to deer, rabbits, and other small wildlife, meaning you won't have to worry about them invading your garden. On top of all that, it has a long bloom period that can last from mid-spring to late summer. With this gorgeous perennial, your garden will look amazing all season long.
Care Guide
Watering
Yarrow (Achillea 'Moonshine') benefits from regular watering throughout the growing season. During the first few weeks after planting, it’s important to keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy. Water your yarrow in the morning to give the leaves a chance to dry before nighttime. Once the plants have fully established, water them every 7–10 days, or when the soil becomes dry to the touch. Yarrow requires an average of 1 inch of water per week, either from rainfall or manual watering. If there is little or no rainfall, it’s important to make sure it gets enough moisture.
Light
Yarrow (Achillea 'Moonshine') should be grown in full sun to partial shade for optimal growth. It prefers full sun, preferably 4 to 8 hours of sunlight per day, both for its appearance and disease resistance. If grown in shade, it may produce fewer flowers and become prone to disease. During the peak of summer, when temperatures are extreme, partial shade is beneficial for this plant species. It can tolerate both warm and humid climates, as well as cold temperatures, as long as the plants receive enough sunlight.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3–8.
Pruning
For best results when pruning yarrow (Achillea 'Moonshine'), it is recommended to prune your plant during late spring or early summer once the flowering season is over. Remove old dying stems and faded flower heads, as well as any weak and spindly growth. Cut back stems to just above the point where the leaves grow, as this will encourage new bushy growth. To promote bushiness, you can trim the entire plant in late spring or early summer and then continue to trim any overly long shoots or heads in mid-summer. If pruned correctly and with care, yarrow will grow and produce flowers for years to come.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation, Root Cutting
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