Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 25, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
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About Yarrow
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a drought-tolerant perennial with feathery aromatic foliage and flat-topped flower clusters in white, yellow, pink, or red, blooming from spring through summer. It performs best in full sun with excellent drainage in NE Florida; choose heat-tolerant cultivars for best persistence through zone 9b's humid summers. Starting at $3.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Ideal planting window.
May lose some foliage in cold snaps.
Care essentials
Yarrow requires full sun — 6 or more hours of direct sunlight daily — for compact upright growth and peak flowering; in NE Florida's humid climate, full sun also improves air circulation and reduces powdery mildew, which is a significant disease risk in shaded or crowded conditions.
Yarrow is drought tolerant once established; water sparingly and allow the soil to dry between waterings. In NE Florida's wet season (June–September), excellent drainage is critical — yarrow will develop root and crown rot in soggy soils, which is its greatest threat in zone 9b.
Plant yarrow in well-drained sandy or loamy soil of average to low fertility; it performs better in lean soils — rich, moist soils cause floppy stems and reduced blooming. Fertilize lightly or not at all; a thin layer of compost worked in at planting is generally sufficient for NE Florida conditions.
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Common questions
Is Yarrow a good plant for St. Augustine?
Yarrow is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-3 feet × 1-2 feet (varies by cultivar).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.