yarrow
Achillea (Summer Pastels Group)
Overview
Yarrow (Achillea (Summer Pastels Group)) is an amazing perennial wildflower. Its cheery, bright pink, yellow, lavender, and peach flowers bring color to gardens throughout summer and into the fall. Its foliage is low-growing, feathery and finely-cut. Yarrow is easy to care for and thrives in sunny spots and is highly drought tolerant. Not only is it ornamental, it is also beneficial to pollinators like butterflies and bees. Its aroma can help calm by releasing tension, reducing inflammation, and deepening sleep as well. Yarrow is an amazing and versatile wildflower perfect for any garden.
Care Guide
Watering
Yarrow (Achillea (Summer Pastels Group)) plants prefer moist soil, though they are drought tolerant. Water thoroughly when the top 2 inches of soil are dry. Water about once a week, or every 2 weeks in the winter. Make sure the soil never becomes soggy as waterlogged soil can cause root rot. In hotter climates, the plants may need more frequent watering. Be sure to check the soil before adding more water.
Light
Yarrow (Achillea Summer Pastels Group) prefers sunny conditions and should be planted in an area with at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight each day, preferably in the morning or late afternoon. Partial shade will also suffice as long as it has some exposure to the sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3–8.
Pruning
Yarrow (Achillea (Summer Pastels Group)) should be lightly pruned every 2-3 years in the spring. Pruning should be done after yarrow has bloomed. You can prune back stems to the base of the plant to rejuvenate the foliage and reduce the amount of dead wood in the shrub. If necessary, you can also prune away any broken or damaged branches. Further, you can also pinch spent flowers to encourage a longer lasting bloom time. As with most species, create a pleasing shape and refrain from over-pruning.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Butterflies.
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