Growing yarrow does not require the most fertile soil. Your yarrow should be grown in a well-draining soil to prevent the roots from becoming waterlogged and soggy. Temperatures above 60°F and full sunlight are ideal for Yarrow. The yarrow plant is drought resistant and does not require consistent watering, making it an ideal plant for forgetful gardeners. It should only be tended to in severe droughts; otherwise, it can be left untouched and will grow beautifully on its own.
This plant is a perennial and it will come back year after year. There is a tendency for yarrow to grow and clump together, requiring division every three to five years even in garden beds. You can break apart your plants and rebury them in sections after digging them up. The new sections can be planted in your garden, or even sold as a way to help make money from your yard.
Yarrow is a perennial that likes full sun. For this reason, it is best added to garden beds with only other perennials that won’t need to be dug up every year. Yarrow thrives with plants you would find on the prarrie.
This herb is very beneficial for your health. You can use it as a tea to relax. You can add yarrow to homemade bath and body products like soap, lotion, and shampoo. If you choose to grow this beautiful flowering herb for its many uses, harvest it with clean, dry pruning shears and hang it to dry for about 2 weeks until the flowers crunch under your fingers, or use one of these other great ways to preserve fresh herbs.
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