Quick answer: Common yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is native to 31 states. What's commonly sold under this name is often a bred variety or the wrong species — see the lookalike alert below. It's typically seeds, verified 15 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Sun, Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Dry, Medium water use |
| Soil | Disturbed soils, medium calcium carbonate tolerance |
| Bloom | Apr-Sep |
| Height | Up to 3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Special value to native bees; supports conservation biological control |
Lookalike alert
Watch out
On every list checked but Amazon stock is Eurasian-garden yarrow everywhere — not a true native ecotype anywhere. Consistent caveat across all 6 states.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 15 Sep 2026
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