Montrose Rose yarrow

Achillea millefolium 'Montrose Rose'

PerennialAsteraceae

Montrose Rose yarrow
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerantFragrant
USDA zones3 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry or moderate or wet soil
Sizeup to 18 inches tallup to 18 inches wide
Growth rate
Rapid
Habit
Erect
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

BorderCottage gardenCut flowerGround coverMeadowPollinator gardenRock garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Montrose Rose' yarrow (Achillea millefolium 'Montrose Rose') is a perennial for borders, cottage gardens, cut flower beds, and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to wet, sandy or loamy soil. Deer and rabbits rarely make it their first choice. It blooms from early to late summer and has a fragrant scent. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers.

Pairs well with Blanket flower, Dense blazing star, and Little bluestem.