Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Achillea millefolium ‘Moonshine’
Common Name: Moonshine Yarrow
Family: Asteraceae (Aster family)
Height: 18-24 inches at maturity
Spread: 24-30 inches
Flower Color: Lemon-yellow
Bloom Time: Mid-summer to fall
Leaf Color: Silver-green
Growth Habit: Upright, spreading
Sunlight: Prefers full sun
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Uses: Garden beds, borders, ground cover, containers
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and disease-resistant
Why You Will Love Moonshine Yarrow
Moonshine Yarrow adds a burst of cheerful, lemon-yellow color to your garden with its vibrant blooms and silver-green foliage. Its extended blooming period from mid-summer to fall ensures a continuous splash of color, while its drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature make it an easy and reliable choice for various garden settings. Perfect for garden beds, borders, and as ground cover, Moonshine Yarrow attracts pollinators and enhances your outdoor space with its bright, enduring beauty. Enjoy the sunny charm and resilience of Moonshine Yarrow, which brings a touch of brightness and elegance to any garden.
Moonshine Yarrow
Moonshine Yarrow is a vibrant perennial known for its bright, lemon-yellow flowers and finely textured, silver-green foliage. This variety of Achillea millefolium typically grows 18-24 inches in height and 24-30 inches in spread, making it a versatile choice for garden beds, borders, and as a ground cover. The plant features fern-like leaves that provide a soft, contrasting backdrop to its sunny blooms. Moonshine Yarrow blooms profusely from mid-summer to fall, attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees. It is valued for its long-lasting color, drought tolerance, and low-maintenance nature.
