Common Yarrow
(Achillea millefolium)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Herbaceous Perennial
Height: 1 - 3 ft
Spread: 1 - 3 ft
Flower Color: White
Flower Time: Summer (Jun - Sep)
Fruit Type: Achene
Fruit Color: Tan / Brown
Autumn Color: Insignificant
Sun Conditions: Full Sun
Shade Tolerance: Low
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: No (Toxic)
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Yarrow, Achillea gracilis
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Common Yarrow is a pollen and nectar source for a variety of pollinators. It is also a larval host for several species of caterpillars.