sara:

Hi plant doctor!

I have a small sunny space in my front lawn in Kansas City (I'm told its zone 5) where I used to keep a young dogwood tree. Unfortunately the direct sunlight scorched the poor tree and dried its blooms. I finally transplanted it to a shadier spot in a friend's lawn, and I am now contemplating what to put in its place. I'm thinking some bright perrennial flowers... and have recently discovered the yarrow flower. I've read that it has long lasting blooms and attracts good insects like butterflies and bees. Do you find this to be true? What else can you tell me about the yarrow? Thanks for your help!

Posted by sara | August 30, 2007 2:55 PM

Posted on August 30, 2007 14:55

The Plant Dr.:
Hi Sara:
Yarrow or Achillea ( as it is it's latin name)is a great sun loving perennial plant.
It can attract bees & butterflies to its flattened blooms. It has great foliage as well.
There are many cultivars ( types )available . One variety I like is " terracotta" with orange blooms,or " moonshine" with pale yellow blooms.
You should know they like to stay on the dry side and like excellent drainage.
Good luck !

Posted by The Plant Dr. | September 14, 2007 2:20 PM