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Red Yarrow is a striking perennial flower that brings vibrant crimson blooms and delicate, feathery foliage to any sunny garden. This cultivar of Achillea millefolium produces large, luminous flower clusters that emerge in early summer and draw butterflies like a magnet. Hardy across most growing zones, it thrives in full sun and requires minimal fussing once established, making it equally at home in a cottage garden, pollinator border, or naturalized meadow.
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Large red flower clusters glow against finely textured green foliage, creating a striking visual contrast that draws pollinators and admirers alike. The seed packet contains approximately 1200 seeds, so a small investment yields abundant plants. Beyond its beauty, this variety has a long history of practical use; it's been valued for generations as a natural remedy to stop bleeding and appears even in homemade preparations like shaving cream.
Red Yarrow serves multiple purposes in the garden and beyond. As a flowering plant, it attracts butterflies and other pollinators, enriching garden ecosystems. The herb itself is edible and has been traditionally used to support bleeding and wound care, with modern applications ranging from herbal remedies to specialty shaving creams and personal care products.
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Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost. Sow seeds on the soil surface or cover very lightly, as they need light to germinate. Maintain soil temperature between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for best germination. Seeds should sprout within 7 to 14 days under these conditions.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and they've been hardened off by gradual exposure to outdoor conditions. Space plants 18 to 24 inches apart. Red Yarrow is cold-hardy and can tolerate transplanting in spring or early summer.
Direct sow in fall or spring by sprinkling seeds onto prepared soil. Cover very lightly with soil or leave exposed on the surface, as seeds require light to germinate. Soil should be between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit for best results. Seeds typically germinate within 7 to 14 days.
Harvest Red Yarrow flowers when the clusters are fully open and at peak color for medicinal or craft use. Cut stems at the base using clean scissors or shears. For drying, harvest in the morning after dew has dried. Dry flowers upside down in a warm, well-ventilated space away from direct sunlight.
Deadhead spent flower clusters regularly to extend the blooming season and encourage new flowers throughout early summer and beyond. Cut faded blooms down to the nearest healthy foliage to maintain plant shape and promote tidiness.
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