Common yarrow 'Summer Berries'

Achillea millefolium

How to grow Common yarrow 'Summer Berries'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

A full sun position will ensure your plant thrives and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Summer Berries is thought of as hardy, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea).

Growing Summer Berries from seed

Aim to sow 0.25 inches (0.635 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 11.9 inches (30.5 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Summer Berries about 49 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Summer Berries

As Summer Berries is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Summer Berries