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Sonoma Coast Yarrow

Achillea millefolium 'Sonoma Coast' is known for its delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of tiny, white, daisy-like flowers.
Achillea millefolium 'Sonoma Coast' is known for its delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of tiny, daisy-like flowers that bloom in shades of pink, white, or yellow. Native to North America, this hardy herbaceous perennial thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil, making it a popular choice for rock gardens, borders, or wildflower meadows. Its feathery foliage adds texture and interest to the landscape, while its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees. With proper care, 'Sonoma Coast' yarrow can provide years of beauty and enjoyment in the garden.

Plant Features

Floral Landscape Charm
Achillea millefolium ‘Sonoma Coast’ features delicate, fern-like foliage and clusters of tiny, daisy-like flowers. With its clusters of tiny, white flowers held aloft on slender stems, it brings a sense of airy lightness to garden beds and borders. The plant’s feathery foliage adds texture and interest to the landscape, while its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators such as butterflies and bees, enhancing its charming appearance and contributing to the overall biodiversity of the garden.
Ideal for Sunny Gardens
Native to North America, this hardy herbaceous perennial thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil. Popular choices for planting locations are rock gardens, sunny garden borders, or with other wildflowers to support local pollinators. Achillea millefolium ‘Sonoma Coast’ is preferred by bees and butterflies, adding to its fairytale appearance. This plant is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it suitable for xeriscaping or naturalistic garden designs. Its tolerance to drought and poor soil conditions makes it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants.
Medicinal and Decorative Uses
The leaves and flowers of Achillea millefolium ‘Sonoma Coast’ can be used fresh or dried to make herbal teas, known for their soothing properties and mild flavor. Yarrow can also be infused in oil to create topical ointments or salves, believed to have anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. In addition to its medicinal uses, yarrow flowers are popular in floral arrangements, adding a delicate and airy touch to bouquets or dried flower displays. The flowers make lovely cut or dried arrangements, adding a touch of rustic charm to indoor spaces. Furthermore, the foliage can be composted to enrich garden soil or used as a natural mulch to suppress weed growth.
Plant Care
Care Instructions and Tips
Flourishes in full sun, needing at least six hours of direct sunlight daily to promote dense growth and vibrant blooms.
Prefers dry to medium moisture levels. Water regularly but allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent rot.
Thrives in well-drained, poor to average soil. Tolerant of a range of soil types including clay.
Deadhead spent flowers to promote additional blooming. Cut back in late fall. Divide every 3-4 years to maintain vigor.
Displays clusters of small, white flowers from early to late summer, attracting pollinators to the garden.

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