Plant Database
White Yarrow
Achillea millefolium ‘Alba’
White Yarrow is a classic, versatile, and incredibly tough perennial that brings a cloud of delicate, pure white flowers to the summer garden. It forms a spreading mat of finely dissected, fern-like, aromatic green foliage. From early to late summer, it produces an abundance of flat-topped clusters of tiny white flowers held on sturdy, upright stems. A champion of drought, poor soil, and neglect, it naturalizes easily and is a vital plant for pollinators. Its timeless beauty and resilience make it ideal for cottage gardens, meadows, and low-maintenance landscapes.
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Abundant Flat White Flower Clusters: Produces masses of large, lacy, pure white flower heads that are excellent for fresh or dried arrangements.
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Fern-Like Aromatic Foliage: The finely cut, green leaves release a pleasant, spicy fragrance when brushed or crushed.
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Extremely Drought Tolerant & Adaptable: Thrives in hot, dry, sandy, or poor soils with minimal water once established.
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Pollinator Powerhouse: A top nectar source that attracts a wide variety of butterflies, bees, and beneficial insects.
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Naturalizing & Low Maintenance: Spreads steadily by rhizomes and self-seeding to form attractive colonies; requires very little care.