Flat heads of soft sulphur-yellow flowers float above ferny silver foliage all summer. An award-winning, drought-hardy yarrow that bees and butterflies flock to and that dries well.
At a glance
- Plant type: Perennial
- Mature size: 60 cm H × 50 cm W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: very drought tolerant once established
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Moonshine Yarrow
Achillea 'Moonshine' is a fast-growing perennial in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 60 cm tall and 50 cm wide at maturity, with silver-grey, aromatic and deciduous foliage. Yellow flowers appear for much of the year.
Where to grow Moonshine Yarrow
Moonshine Yarrow suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters. It also is a genuinely water-wise choice and is an award-winning selection.
Soil & planting
Moonshine Yarrow does best in free-draining and sandy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Moonshine Yarrow handles dry conditions well once established. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to support healthy growth. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Moonshine Yarrow after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using Moonshine Yarrow in the garden
Moonshine Yarrow earns its place for feeding bees and pollinators, attracting butterflies, cut flowers for the vase and holding soil on banks and slopes.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same very drought tolerant and cool-temperate climate as Moonshine Yarrow. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Moonshine Yarrow
Plant Sale lists Moonshine Yarrow as potted plants. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
