Fernleaf yarrow carries broad, flat yellow flower heads above aromatic fern-like foliage, giving height and structure to sunny borders.
- Height
- 91–122 cm / 3–4 ft
- Spread
- 60–92 cm / 2–3 ft
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Flowering
- Fall, Spring, Summer
- Maintenance
- Low
- USDA zones
- 3a–9b
Planting
Plant in full sun and average, well-drained soil. Choose a position sheltered from strong winds so the tall flower stems can stand above neighbouring perennials.
Care
Avoid heavy feeding and excessive watering. Remove spent flower stems down to the leaves for a neater clump and more flowers; divide as needed to prevent crowding.
Before planting: Overwatering can lead to root rot.
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Sources & photo credit
Plant reference: NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox. Content checked . Flowering seasons vary with local climate; USDA zones describe winter cold tolerance.
- Fernleaf yarrow: Yerpo · CC BY-SA 3.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- Common yarrow: Petar Milošević · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- Woolly yarrow: Salicyna · CC BY-SA 4.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.
- 'Butterfly Blue' pincushion: Cathy DeWitt · CC BY 4.0. Resized, converted to WebP and cropped for display.