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How to Grow and Propagate Yarrow

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Yarrow is a perennial herb known for attracting butterflies. There are over 100 species of yarrow. Yarrow flowers can be found in shades of gold, white, pink, red and even pale purple. Depending on species, this herb can be found in bloom from May until October.

Things You Will Need

Yarrow
Garden gloves
Garden hose
Garden spade
Garden sheers
Rooting hormone
Potting soil
Pot(s)

Plant Yarrow in full sun to slight shade, Yarrow will tolerate poor soil as long as it is well drained soil. Yarrow performs the best in well drained, slightly acidic, sandy soil with a pH level between 6.0 - 6.5.

Direct sow Yarrow seed as soon as soil can be worked in the spring. Lightly cover the seeds and keep moist. Because it can take up to 2 years to establish from seed, it is recommended that nursery bought Yarrow be planted. Plants should be 12 - 18 inches apart. Yarrow can grow as high as 3 feet.

While Yarrow is a drought tolerant plant, keeping it well fertilized and watered will help to prevent it from becoming gangly and sprawling along the ground.

To propagate Yarrow you can either divide its rhizomes or start it from stem cuttings. To start from stem cuttings, cut off approximately 6 inches of tender growth. Strip the bottom 2 inches of the cutting and dip in rooting hormone. Place cutting in pot filled with potting soil and keep in a sunny location. Keep soil moist and after 3 weeks check for root growth by gently tugging on the plant.