Plant Details

Achillea millefolium

Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow

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General Information

Scientific name: Achillea millefolium
Also known as: Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow

Plant Properties

Layer: Herbaceous
Size: Small
Height: 0.60 m
Width: 0.60 m
Growth Rate: Slow
Leaf: None

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-8
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Well-drained
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
(3)
Medicinal:
(4)
Features:
Companion plant, Cosmetic use, Dye, Essential oil, Repellent, Bee forage, Ground cover, Fragrant

Description

Leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a fairly bitter taste and are suitable for adding to salads, especially when they are young. These leaves are also used as a substitute for hops in brewing beer. Yarrow is very nutritious, but should be consumed in moderation, as large amounts can be toxic or cause skin rashes. The flowers and leaves can be used to make tea, while the flowers can be used to produce an essential oil that is used as a flavoring in soft drinks.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/06
End of Harvest: 30/09