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Key characteristics

Family: Asteraceae
Height: 24 to 36 inches
Width: 18 to 24 inches
Flower color: Creamy white to soft pink, flat-topped clusters
Foliage color: Gray-green, fern-like leaves
Bloom time: Early to mid-summer
Light: Full sun
Water: Low; drought-tolerant
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to encourage more blooms, cut back in late fall
Growing zone: USDA zones 3 to 9
Wildlife: Attracts butterflies and other pollinators

Perennials

Achillea millefolium 'Alabaster'

Alabaster Yarrow

Achillea millefolium 'Alabaster' is a charming perennial that showcases clusters of creamy white to soft pink, flat-topped flowers that bloom from early summer to late summer. The delicate blooms are held on sturdy stems above feathery, silver-green foliage, creating a soft, elegant contrast. The long-lasting flowers attract butterflies and pollinators, adding movement and life to garden spaces.

Originating from selective breeding to enhance both color and bloom duration, 'Alabaster' is ideal for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and borders.

Light

Full sun

Water

Low; drought-tolerant

Bloom time

Early to mid-summer

Find this plant

Works well in

Borders
Sun Gardens
Pollinator Gardens
Waterwise Gardens
Cut Flower Gardens

Companion plants

Coneflowers · Salvias · Shasta daisies · Catmint · Coreopsis · Bearded irises

Design tip

The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.