Achillea teretifolia
Care, watering, light and tips for Achillea teretifolia 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 Achillea teretifolia
Achillea teretifolia, known as 'beyaz civan perçemi' (white yarrow), is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae family, valued for its delicate white flowers that form dense corymbs. Its leaves are finely divided and aromatic, adding a soft texture to the garden. It is ideal for borders, rock gardens, or naturalized meadows, where its abundant flowering creates an ethereal and rustic effect.
Native range
Eastern Mediterranean region, especially Turkey
Care tips
This yarrow prefers full sun exposure to ensure optimal flowering and compact growth. It is a drought-tolerant plant once established, so watering should be moderate, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent waterlogging. It thrives in well-drained soils, even poor or sandy ones; heavy, wet soil is its main enemy, leading to root rot. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can lead to leggy growth and reduced flowering.
How to save a dying Achillea teretifolia
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or brown leaves, limp and wilted stems, no flowering or dried flowers.
- First aid
- Remove dry flowers and leaves, check drainage, water if soil is dry, protect from intense sun.
- What kills it
- Overwatering that rots roots or very heavy soil. Also lack of sun.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted and green stems remain. Provide light and good drainage.