Yarrow (Achillea collina)
Care, watering, light and tips for 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 Yarrow
Achillea collina, known as Hill Yarrow, is a perennial herbaceous plant from the Asteraceae family, valued for its flat corymbs of white or cream flowers that turn yellowish as they mature. It forms dense clumps of finely divided, aromatic foliage, ideal for rockeries, path edges, or naturalistic gardens. Its compact habit and prolonged flowering make it perfect for adding texture and color in mid to late summer.
Native range
Central and Eastern Europe
Care tips
It requires full sun for abundant flowering and well-drained soil, preferably poor to medium in nutrients, as overly rich soils can lead to leggy growth. Watering should be moderate, allowing the substrate to dry out between waterings, as it is drought-tolerant once established. Avoid excessive soil moisture, especially in winter, to prevent root rot; a common mistake is overwatering.
How to save a dying Yarrow
- Warning signs
- Yellow/brown basal leaves, drooping stems, sparse or no flowering. May indicate excess moisture or poor soil.
- First aid
- Check drainage. If poor, repot into lighter soil or a pot with holes. Reduce watering. Remove damaged parts.
- What kills it
- Constant soil waterlogging. It doesn't tolerate excessive root moisture; prefers well-drained, dry soils.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. It's a hardy plant. Good drainage and moderate watering are key to its recovery.