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Alps Yarrow (Achillea distans)

Alps Yarrow (Achillea distans) is a low-growing perennial with feathery leaves and flat-topped clusters of small, white flowers, ideal for rock gardens.

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Sunlight

Full sun

Watering

Drought-tolerant once established

Soil

Well-drained, Gritty, Sandy, Loamy

Temperature

Hardy

Fertilizer

Low feeder

Care Requirements

Light

Full sun

Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Watering

Drought-tolerant once established

Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.

Soil

Well-drained, Gritty, Sandy, Loamy

Temperature

Hardy

Prefers moderate temperatures but tolerates a wide range.

Fertilizer

Low feeder

Requires minimal fertilization; benefits from a light feeding in spring if soil is poor.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Garden, Pot

Lifespan

Perennial

Plant Height

0.3-0.8 m

Spread

0.3-0.5 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

Dormant

Leaf Color

Green, Grey-green

Leaf Type

Feathery

Flower Size

5-10 mm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

100000

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Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderAsterales
  • familyAsteraceae
  • genusAchillea
  • speciesAchillea distans
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Non-toxic to pets and humans.

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