Yarrow Common White

A medicinal herb used extensively over the centuries for various ailments including to stop bleeding and heal wounds hence used to bind battlefield injuries. Also used as an analgesic for toothache and earache and for head colds and sore throats by Native American nations. 

Valued as a source of food for bees, butterflies and birds, including some in your garden can help with pollination of fruiting species and management of pests by increasing populations of beneficial insects.

Good for stabilising poor soils as the root rhizomes are good at binding the topsoil to limit soil erosion. 

Characterised by umbelliferae-like flower clusters, the flowers are small and white in colour, sitting atop a tall stem of fernlike leaves, and have a pungent odour. 

A very hardy plant that will grow well in most conditions and is often found growing as a weed on roadsides and the like.

Surface Sow: Requires light to germinate. Scatter seed on the surface. Press seed down into the soil.  Keep moist.

Germination Capacity: This variety is naturally low in germination capacity. Up to 40% germination can be expected.

Note: Medicinal use of herbs requires thorough research. We advise checking with a medical professional particularly if pregnant, breastfeeding or on medication.