Yarrow - 3201

Achillea millefolium (Asteraceae)A drought tolerant perennial herb native to Europe, it has naturalized throughout temperate North America. The species name, millefolium (­of a thousand leaves), describes the fine, feathery foliage which resembles a fern. Flowers are in clusters forming a flat white top usually affixed to a single stem. Yarrow can endure dry, impoverished soil and survive with little maintenance. Requires full sun. A true perennial taking two years to become established.Suggested Use: Slopes, hillsides, mixtures Miscellaneous: Good garden plant for fresh or dry floral arrangements. Foliage is pleasantly fragrant when crushed. Can be mowed to form highly competitive ground cover to control soil erosion.Average Planting Success: 70%Height: 1 - 3 feet Germination: 20 - 45 daysOptimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 60°F - ­65°FSowing Depth: Surface SowBlooming Period: May - NovemberAverage Seeds Per Pound: 2,770,000Seeds/Pkt: 2,400 - covers 25 sq.ft.1 oz Covers: 2,723 sq.ft. Seeding Rate: 1 lb. per acre