Achillea millefolium Yarrow (Compositae)

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Achillea millefolium
Yarrow
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The Achillea millefolium plant species is found in Britain. It is a member of the Compositae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Yarrow. Some home gardeners know the variety as A. lanulosa.

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Latin Name:  Achillea millefolium
Common Name:  Yarrow
Family:  Compositae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  Extended use of this plant, either medicinally or in the diet, can cause allergic skin rashes or lead to photosensitivity in some people[21, 238].

Mature Height:  0.6   Mature Width:  0.6

Habitat:  Meadows, pastures, lawns etc. on all but the poorest soils[17].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow spring or early autumn in a cold frame[133]. The seed usually germinates in 1 - 3 months[133]. When large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Division in spring or autumn. Very easy, the divisions can be planted direct into their permanent positions. Divisions succeed at any time of the year. Basal cuttings of new shoots in spring. Very easy, collect the shoots when they are about 10cm tall, potting them up individually in pots and keeping them in a warm but lightly shaded position. They should root within 3 weeks and will be ready to plant out in the summer.

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