Common Yarrow

Sharply-scented feathery foliage sets common yarrow apart from other plants. This early bloomer is topped by large white flowerheads in early summer and blooms for around two months. The blooms look attractive even when fading at the end of summer. The shallow flowers attract a huge variety of small pollinators. Common yarrow is a robust spreader that can quickly fill in a space. Deadheading and removing new shoots can keep it in check. Flower stems may flop over in rich soils, so stake or cut back flowering stems for a tidier appearance if desired.

• Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and keep spread in check
• If spread is undesired, plan to remove seedlings as they grow and periodically divide larger, well-established plants
• If flower stems become floppy in summer, you can either stake them up or cut them back leaving just the foliage at the base of the plant.