Yarrow

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)
SENĆOŦEN (Saanich First Nations Language): ṮELIḰ EȽP

Yarrow (ṮELIḰ EȽP) is a hardy perennial plant that blooms from May to September, producing clusters of small white flowers. It thrives in a variety of growing conditions from dry, rocky soils to well-drained loam, and can tolerate full sun and partial shade. ṮELIḰ EȽP is a keystone species, supporting pollinators for a long growing season. It has medicinal properties related to anti-inflammatory and wound healing through chewing the leaves. ṮELIḰ EȽP is a lead companion plant in gardens by improving soil quality and repelling deer.

Light conditions: Full sun – partial shade
Blooms: May – September
Habitat: Meadows, rocky slopes, beaches
Sowing times: Sow in fall or early spring for germination in the same season
Complementary plants: Woolly sunflower, Field chickweed, Common camas, Self-heal, Sea blush, California brome

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