Habitat: Dry to moist grasslands, open forest, aspen woods, low to moderate elevations in the mountains, and disturbed areas.
Description: Soft, woolly, grayish to blue-green leaves that alternate. They are finely divided and looks almost like a fern. Flowers grown in dense clusters at the top of the plant. 5 to 12 florets per flower, white or crem with straw colored central disk.
Size: 15-70cm tall.
Fun Facts: The genus name "Achillea" comes from the greek warrior Achilles, who supposedly used yarrow to make an ointment to heal wounds in the battle of Troy.
Source: Wilkinson, K. Wildflowers of Alberta: A Guide to Common Wildflowers and Other Herbaceous Plants. 1999. University of Alberta Press and Lone Pine Publishing.