Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Flowering Plants, Herbs
Tree
Origin
Asia, Europe, North America
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
A. millefolium chitralensis, Achillea millefolium occidentalis, Achillea millefolium puberula
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Along Railroads, countryside, meadows, Pastures, Roadsides, Waste areas
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
2-9
5-9
Sunset Zone
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Flower Color
Pink, Red, Yellow
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
-
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Light Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Green
-
Leaf Shape
Fern like
Pinnate
Plant Season
Summer
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Neutral, Slightly Acidic, Slightly Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Where to Plant?
Container, Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Divison, Tip cutting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Needs less watering
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Neutral, Slightly Acidic, Slightly Alkaline
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
cut main flower spike, Remove dead flowers, Remove dead or diseased plant parts
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
No fertilizers needed
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Powdery mildew, Rust, Stem rot
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Drought
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Yes
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
-
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
-
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
Skin irritation
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Showy Purposes, small hedge
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
-
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Cold, Cramps, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Fever, Gastrointestinal disorders, Tooth ache
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Flowers
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Bedding Plant, Herb, Rock Garden, Wall
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
Achillea millefolium
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Yarrow, common yarrow
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In Hindi
एक प्रकार का पौधा
पेकॉन
In German
Gemeine Schafgarbe
Pekannuss
In French
Millefeuille
Pacanier
In Spanish
La milenrama
Carya illinoinensis
In Greek
μυριόφυλλο
Pecan
In Portuguese
milefólio
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
krwawnika
Orzesznik jadalny
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Asterales
Juglandales
Family
Asteraceae
Juglandaceae
Genus
Achillea
Carya Nutt.
Clade
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
-
Juglandoideae
Season and Care of Yarrow and Pecan
Season and care of Yarrow and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Yarrow and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Yarrow season is Summer and Pecan season is Summer. The type of soil for Yarrow is Loam, Sand and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Yarrow is Neutral, Slightly Acidic, Slightly Alkaline and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Yarrow and Pecan Physical Information
Yarrow and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Yarrow height is 20.00 cm and width 35.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Yarrow and Pecan are as follows:
Yarrow flower color: Pink, Red and Yellow
Yarrow leaf color: Light Green
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Yarrow and Pecan
Care of Yarrow and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Yarrow pruning is done cut main flower spike, Remove dead flowers and Remove dead or diseased plant parts and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Yarrow needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.