Moonshine Yarrow
Best low-maintenance perennial for deer-resistant, pollinator-friendly sunny gardens.
Moonshine Yarrow is a vibrant, fast-growing herbaceous perennial that brings a delicate texture and bright color to any garden. Its mounded form is adorned with clusters of stunning yellow, flat-top flowers from late spring through late summer, making it an excellent choice for cutting. The attractive, ferny foliage in a grayish-green hue persists throughout the season. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in full sun and is ideal for low-water landscapes, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies while deterring deer. It's well-suited for mass planting, edging, or container gardening, though it requires regular upkeep.
$11.99
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Category Rank
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#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-73%
Below average
Mature Height
24
/ inches
Who it's for
- Floral designers and gardeners looking for pest-resistant, versatile blooms
- Eco-conscious gardeners seeking low-maintenance, drought-tolerant perennials
- Homeowners wanting consistent, vibrant color throughout the summer
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance plants that require no grooming
- Owners of shaded gardens lacking direct, full-day sunlight
- Gardeners with nutrient-rich soil or limited space for spreading plants
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
A reliable magnet for local bees and butterflies throughout the season.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives in waterwise landscapes with minimal supplemental irrigation required.
Deer Resistance
Strong natural defenses keep hungry deer from grazing on your display.
Growth Vigor
Establishes quickly to fill garden beds with dense, ferny foliage.
Maintenance Demand
Requires regular deadheading and upkeep to maintain a tidy appearance.
Floral Versatility
Bright yellow clusters perform beautifully in both landscapes and cut arrangements.
Key Specs
Mature Height
24 inches
Mature Width
24 inches
Growth Rate
Fast
Light Needs
Full Sun
Water Needs
Dry to Average (Waterwise)
Hardiness Zone
2b to 10
Plant Type
Deciduous Herbaceous Perennial
Flower Color
Yellow
Features
- Produces stunning yellow flowers all season
- Attractive grayish-green ferny foliage
- Attracts bees and butterflies
- Highly deer resistant
- Excellent for cutting
- Drought-tolerant for low-water gardens
- Thrives in urban environments
- Suitable for container planting
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Moonshine Yarrow for its exceptional hardiness and vibrant aesthetic design. Reviewers highlight the plant's remarkable ease of use, noting it requires minimal watering and care once established. The striking yellow blooms provide reliable, long lasting color throughout the summer, making it a high value addition to any landscape. This dependable performance solidifies its reputation as a garden staple.
Know before you buy
This plant requires full sun to maintain its mounded shape and produce its signature yellow blooms. Aim for at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily for the best results.
Yes, Moonshine Yarrow is highly deer resistant. Its aromatic, fern-like foliage is generally unappealing to deer, making it a reliable choice for gardens in areas with high wildlife traffic.
Absolutely. Because it reaches a manageable size of 24 inches in height and width, it performs well in containers, provided the pot has excellent drainage and is placed in a sunny spot.
Moonshine Yarrow is drought-tolerant and thrives in dry to average soil conditions. Once established, it requires minimal supplemental watering, making it an ideal candidate for waterwise landscapes.
Yes, it is an excellent choice for supporting local ecosystems. The flat-top yellow flowers are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators.
While it is a fast grower, you should deadhead the spent flower stalks throughout the summer to encourage repeat blooming. Cutting the plant back in late fall or early spring will also help maintain its neat, mounded form for the following season.
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