Noble yarrow (Achillea nobilis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Noble yarrow on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Asteraceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Noble yarrow
Achillea nobilis, also known as engryllik, is a herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the Asteraceae family, native to Europe and Asia. It is characterized by its small, creamy white to pale yellow flowers, clustered in dense, flat corymbs, and its finely divided, aromatic foliage. It is ideal for rock gardens, sunny borders, and naturalized meadows, adding a wild and delicate touch.
Native range
Europe and Western Asia
Care tips
It requires full sun for abundant flowering and vigorous growth. It is drought-tolerant once established, so watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out between waterings. It prefers well-drained, poor to moderately fertile, and slightly alkaline soils. A common mistake to avoid is overwatering and heavy soils, which can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Noble yarrow
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or browning leaves, limp or soft stems, lack of flowering or wilting blooms.
- First aid
- Check drainage. Prune damaged stems. Repot if soil is waterlogged or too dense.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and heavy soils that retain water, leading to root rot.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly to eliminate excess moisture and improve drainage.