yarrow

noun

yar·row ˈyer-(ˌ)ō

ˈya-(ˌ)rō

: a widely naturalized strong-scented Eurasian composite herb (Achillea millefolium) with finely dissected leaves and small usually white corymbose flowers

also : any of several congeneric plants

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After an assessment, I’m slathered with oils infused with restorative yarrow, St. John’s Wort, and cypress—a bespoke blend tailored to my air and fire sign-dominate skin. —

Julia Eskins, Vogue, 17 Dec. 2024 Birds and other pollinators flock to salvia, buckwheat and yarrow. —

Dakota Kim, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2024 Try Companion Planting Basil and other strongly scented herbs naturally repel thrips, while flowering plants, like yarrow, dill, and parsley, attract ladybugs and other thrip predators. —

Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Oct. 2024 Protect –Erosion control isn’t just for slopes: Protect your soil by planting native grasses and groundcovers such as woodland strawberry, yarrow, or California aster. —

Kristin Guy, Sunset Magazine, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for yarrow