Achillea distans
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Description
Source: leafsnapAchillea distans, commonly known as the Eastern yarrow or fernleaf yarrow, is a perennial herbaceous plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Native to Europe and Asia, this plant thrives in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides. It typically grows up to 60 cm tall, featuring fern-like foliage that is finely divided into narrow segments. When crushed, the leaves emit an aromatic scent and have a bitter taste. The flowers of Achillea distans are small, with white or pinkish petals arranged in flat-topped clusters at the ends of long stems. Blooming from June to August, these flowers attract bees and butterflies, aiding in pollination. Historically, the plant has been valued for its medicinal properties. Its anti-inflammatory qualities make it beneficial for treating wounds, bruises, and fever. Additionally, it is useful for digestive disorders such as diarrhea. Achillea distans thrives in full sun but can tolerate partial shade in hotter climates. It prefers well-drained soils, though it can also grow in poor soil conditions, making it an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardens or naturalized areas. Overall, Achillea distans is an attractive herbaceous perennial that enhances any garden aesthetically while providing medicinal benefits. It is a valuable addition both in beauty and functionality.
Care Guide
💧 Water Every 7 days
Tall yarrow grows best in well-drained environments with consistent moisture. It can tolerate short periods of dryness, but it prefers to be watered weekly. When growing tall yarrow outdoors, you'll need to adjust how often you water it during the growing season. Increased sunlight and higher temperatures during this time cause the soil to dry out more quickly.
☀️ Light Full sun
Tansy milfoil is a sun-loving, perennial herbaceous plant native to open habitats, commonly thriving in meadows and grasslands. It prefers full sun but can also tolerate partial sun.
What are the sunlight requirements for Tall Yarrow (Achillea distans)?
Tall Yarrow (Achillea distans) flourishes under specific sunlight conditions to ensure its happiness and health. It requires 'full sun' which is defined as receiving above 6 hours of sunlight daily. However, it can also tolerate 'partial sun' conditions, meaning about 3-6 hours of sunlight each day. It's important to observe the movement of sunlight through your garden to find the perfect spots that offer a balance of light and shade suitable for your Tall Yarrow plants.
🌡️ Temperature 5–35°C
Tansy milfoil can adjust to a wide variety of temperature conditions, although its range can still be limited by certain combinations of water and heat. It grows best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Long stretches of cloudy, rainy weather or extended high temperatures increase the chance of Tansy milfoil dying. In winter, proper protection from cold improves the plant's survival rate.
What is the botanical name of Tall yarrow?
The botanical name of Tall yarrow is Achillea distans.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer
The best time to fertilize Tansy milfoil is in early spring, as it comes out of dormancy and starts active growth. Fertilizing supplies essential nutrients needed for healthy development. While Tansy milfoil has fairly low fertilizer requirements, applying fertilizer once a year can help it survive better and produce improved, longer-lasting flowers.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
Tall yarrow flourishes when pruned from early to late spring. Removing dead stems and spent flowers promotes growth and encourages blooming. It's important to use clean tools to prevent disease. Tailored pruning not only enhances the plant's aesthetics but also boosts its vigor, making tall yarrow a popular choice for gardens.
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Achillea
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 4-9
- Mature Height
- 30 cm to 61 cm
- Mature Spread
- 30 cm to 46 cm
- Leaf Color
- Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Flower Size
- 0.51 cm to 1.02 cm
- Bloom Time
- Summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- Austria, Italy, Serbia, Montenegro, Bulgaria, Albania, United Kingdom, Lebanon, Croatia, Ukraine, France