Common Yarrow (Athair Thaln)

This native wildflower is a strongly scented, downy perennial of pastures, roadsides and waste places throughout Ireland that flowers from June until November. Feathery foliage (millefolium means a thousand leaves) that is grey-green with creeping shoots. White, sometimes pinkish daisy-like flower heads.

Site: Tolerates exposure
Soil: Well-drained
Position: Full sun
Season of Interest: Perennial, feathery foliage, white flower heads
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 3-17in (10-40cm) Spread: 3-17in (10-40cm)