Moonshine Yarrow (Achillea 'Moonshine')

Moonshine Yarrow (Achillea 'Moonshine') pairs feathery, silvery-green foliage with bright yellow flowers in summer. The blooms make excellent cut flowers and retain their color when dried, bringing a little of the summer garden indoors.

Heat and drought tolerance make this perennial a useful choice for sunny rock gardens, water-wise landscapes, and cutting gardens. Pair with rosemary or dwarf fountain grass for contrasting foliage textures.

Growing details

• Plant type: Herbaceous perennial
• Mature size: 1–2 feet tall and 0.5–1 foot wide
• Spacing: Approximately 1 foot apart
• Hardiness: USDA zones 3–8
• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Flowers: Bright yellow blooms in summer
• Foliage: Feathery, silvery-green leaves

Care and garden use

This low-maintenance perennial can develop floppy stems in rich, moist soil. Taller stems may need staking in light shade. Cut back in spring before flowering to reduce height, or after flowering to encourage additional blooms.

Watch for occasional stem rot, rust, and powdery mildew. Use in grouped plantings, naturalized areas, wildlife gardens, or containers with good drainage.

Image credits: Andrey Zharkikh, Moonshine Yarrow; Chris Hunkeler, Achillea 'Moonshine' (20128718264), CC BY-SA 2.0; Shuvaev, Achillea clypeolata 'Moonshine', Morris Arboretum 01, CC BY-SA 4.0. Plants naturally vary in appearance and may differ from the images shown.