Achillea millefolium Seeds (Colorado Yarrow)

Colorado Yarrow (Achillea millefolium), also known as Western yarrow or mountain yarrow, is a perennial herb that belongs to the Asteraceae family. It features clusters of small, flat-topped, white flowers with yellow centers, which bloom from late spring to late summer. The plant has fern-like, aromatic, gray-green foliage. Colorado Yarrow is typically 1 to 3 feet tall and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9. It is adaptable and grows well in various soil types and sun exposures. Propagation can be done through Achillea millefolium seeds, which can be sown directly in the garden or started indoors.

Growing Achillea millefolium from Seed

• Growth cycle: Perennial
• Watering: Medium
• Sunlight: Full Sun
• Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Mediterranean, Subarctic, Tundra
• Where to grow: Outdoors
• Flower color: Pink

Germinating Colorado Yarrow Flower Seeds

To germinate Achillea millefolium, also known as yarrow, sow the seeds in a well-drained soil mix, provide direct sunlight or bright light, and maintain a consistent moisture level. Germination typically takes 14 to 21 days.

We source all of our Achillea millefolium seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Colorado Yarrow seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Colorado Yarrow seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Achillea millefolium seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.

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