How to Care for Achillea millefolium (Yarrow)

Korean name: 야로우(서양톱풀)

Yarrow is a perennial herb with finely divided, feathery leaves and clusters of small white to pink flowers arranged in flat-topped inflorescences. It typically grows up to 60cm tall and thrives in sunny locations. It is relatively easy to grow, tolerating well-drained and dry soils.

Key facts

• Category: Herb
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Europe, Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Flower meaning: Courage and healing
• Traits: beginner friendly, cold hardy, herb, fragrant
• Also known as: Yarrow, Milfoil, Common Yarrow

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright, sunny locations.
• Watering: Water before the soil dries out completely.
• Soil: Use well-draining soil.
• Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~27°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Achillea millefolium?

Water before the soil dries out completely. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Achillea millefolium?

It likes Prefers bright, sunny locations.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Use well-draining soil..

Is Achillea millefolium safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Achillea millefolium good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~27°C. Humidity: Maintain moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..