Melinda Myers

Fern Leaf Yarrow

Botanical Name

Achillea filipendulina

Min Zone

3

Max Zone

8

Height

3 to 4 feet

Width

3 feet

Flowers

Early to mid summer: yellow

Light

Full sun

Soil

Well-drained to dry

Planting & Care

• Space plants 2 to 3 feet apart
• Plants will need staking in shade and wet soils
• Deadhead to lateral buds to prolong bloom
• Leave basil leaves for winter

Problems

None serious, stem rot in poorly drained soils

Varieties

• Coronation Gold - 3 feet, no staking
• Parker's Gold - 4 inch flowers