Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) is a perennial herb that is native to Europe and Asia, but can now be found all over the world. It has fern-like leaves and delicate clusters of flowers that come in shades of pink, yellow, white and red. Yarrow is a hardy plant that can be grown both indoors and outdoors. This article will focus on how to grow yarrow plant indoors.
When growing yarrow plant indoors, it is important to choose the right pot. Yarrow plants have shallow roots and prefer well-draining soil. A pot with good drainage holes is essential to prevent water from accumulating at the bottom of the pot and causing root rot.
The size of the pot depends on the size of the plant you want to grow. A 6-inch pot is sufficient for a small yarrow plant, while a larger plant would require a bigger pot.
Yarrow plants prefer well-draining soil that is slightly alkaline. A mix of equal parts sand, perlite, and peat moss is ideal for growing yarrow. The pH of the soil should be between 6.0 and 7.0.
Yarrow plants require bright light to grow well. They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If you don’t have access to direct sunlight, you can use fluorescent lights or LED grow lights.
Yarrow plants are drought-tolerant and do not require frequent watering. Overwatering can cause root rot, so it’s important to let the soil dry out completely between watering sessions. Stick your finger into the soil up to your second knuckle; if it feels dry, it’s time to water the plant.
Yarrow plants do not require frequent fertilization. You can fertilize them once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. Avoid over-fertilizing as it can cause the plant to become leggy and weak.
Yarrow plants can be propagated by division, cuttings or seeds. Division is the easiest method and should be done in spring or fall. Dig up the plant and separate it into smaller clumps, making sure each clump has roots attached. Plant the clumps in a new pot and water them thoroughly.
Cuttings can be taken from new growth in spring or summer. Take a 4-inch cutting from the tip of a stem, remove the leaves from the bottom half of the cutting, and plant it in moist soil. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in bright light until roots form.
Seeds can be sown indoors in early spring. Sow them on the surface of moist soil and cover them lightly with more soil. Keep the soil moist and place the pot in bright light until the seeds germinate.
Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that affects yarrow plants. It appears as a white powder on the leaves and can cause them to turn yellow and wilt. To prevent powdery mildew, make sure your yarrow plant is not overcrowded and has good air circulation. If powdery mildew does occur, remove affected leaves and spray the plant with a mixture of water and baking soda.
Root rot is caused by overwatering and poor drainage. To prevent root rot, make sure your pot has drainage holes and allow the soil to dry out completely between watering sessions. If root rot does occur, remove affected roots and repot the plant in fresh soil.
Yes, yarrow plants can be grown from cuttings taken in spring or summer.
Yarrow plants are drought-tolerant and do not require frequent watering. Water the plant when the soil feels dry to the touch.
A mix of equal parts sand, perlite, and peat moss is ideal for growing yarrow plants.
No, yarrow plants require bright light to grow well. They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If you don’t have access to direct sunlight, you can use fluorescent lights or LED grow lights.
Yarrow plants prefer temperatures between 60°F and 80°F. They can tolerate temperatures as low as 50°F and as high as 90°F, but extreme temperatures can affect their growth.