Sneezewort
Unlike the more common flat-topped varieties of Yarrow, this charming native perennial produces airy clusters of pure white, button-like flowers that resemble miniature pom-poms. Commonly known as Sneezewort, it is a tough and reliable plant that brings a delicate, wild aesthetic to the garden. The bright white blooms stand out beautifully against the dark green, lance-shaped foliage, which is finely toothed and remains attractive from Spring through the end of the flowering season. The main display begins in early Summer and continues in abundance until early Autumn. Because it thrives in damp conditions, it is a perfect choice for bog gardens, pond margins, or heavy clay soils where other plants might struggle. It is a vigorous grower that spreads via underground runners, making it excellent for naturalizing in wildflower meadows or for filling large spaces in a moist border. This plant is a favorite for pollinators and is also highly prized as a cut flower, as the stems are sturdy and the blooms stay fresh for a long time in a vase. It is exceptionally hardy and easy to care for, requiring very little attention once it has settled into a damp spot in the garden.
Position: Full sun to part shade, along pond margins, or damp boggy ground
Growth rate: Fast
Season of Interest: Summer-Autumn
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Size: Height: 1.5-2ft (45-60cm) Spread: 1.5-2ft (45-60)
Aquatic pot and compost variations
Aquatic plants come in a variety of pot and compost variations that have different benefits for planting and growing.
Mesh Pot | (Aquatic Compost)
Pot can be removed and plant can be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line. Pot and plant can also be placed directly into water to be container grown, but will still need repotting in time.
Pot | AQ (Aquatic Compost)
Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above or below the water line.
Pot | (Regular Compost)
Pot must be removed and plant should be planted directly into soil or margins above the water line. Cannot be planted directly into soil below the water line.
Image 1 by Andreas Rockstein cropped, and licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
Image 2 by Gertjan van Noord cropped, and licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0
