Common yarrow, or Achillea millefolium as it is known botanically, is instantly recognisable for its tight, flat topped clusters of tiny blooms. Sitting on top of tall stems above soft, fernlike foliage, it’s a dramatic, summer flowering plant with an easy going, long-flowering nature.
One of the best perennials for pollinators and drought tolerant conditions, these architectural blooms make a great addition to any flower bed, prairie planting or even meadowscaping while providing valuable nectar and pollen for pollinators. Flowering from August onwards, common yarrow typically produces white, cream or yellow blooms when found in the wild, but recent horticultural breeding programs have led to dreamy shades of deep cerise, terracotta as well as soft apricot and lilac becoming readily available.
