Scientific Name Achillea tomentosa Common Name Wooly yarrow

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	Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8
	Habit: Evergreen
	Growth Rate: Rapid
	Size: .5 to 1 foot
	Site Requirements: Sun; well-drained soil; low fertility
	Form: Low growing mat
	Texture: Fine
	Foliage: 2 inch long pungent grayish foliage; each leaf is twice-divided; hairy on both sides
	Flower/Fruit: Small cluster of yellow flowers
	Comments: Can become invasive; drought tolerent; divide every 2 to 4 years; good cut flower
	Cultivars: --

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