How to Propagate Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
| Methods | Division, stem cutting, seed |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Best season | Spring or fall |
| Time to root | Instant (division) |
| Group | Outdoor / garden |
An easy, vigorous perennial that spreads by rhizomes, making division simple. Established clumps can spread aggressively, so divide regularly if you want to keep it contained.
Division
Dig up the clump, separate sections with roots, replant.
Stem cutting
Take 3-inch cuttings from non-flowering stems, root in well-draining mix.
Growing from seed
Sow shallowly; germinates readily, often self-sowing in the garden.
When to propagate
Spring or fall for division.
Common problems
Plant has spread beyond its bed. Not a propagation failure — its spreading rhizomes are a known, vigorous trait; divide and remove unwanted sections as needed.
Questions people ask
Do different color varieties propagate the same way? Yes, method is identical regardless of flower color.
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