The Botanical Alphabet is a gardening and

typography project in which for each plant,

chosen from among the most beautiful

of the entire world's flora,

we have matched a typeface in an iconic

typographic style, for the pleasure of the soul

and mind and for a greener world.

A brand-new way to combine the joy of gardening

with the art of personal expression.

Spell out names, words, or special messages

with the eco-friendly seed packets,

each representing a letter of the alphabet.

Y - YARROW

THE PLANT

Delicate clusters of small white flowers on grey-green

feathery foliage. Used as a medicinal herb.

THE TYPE

Banco, created by Roger Excoffon, represents

the spirit of progress and speed of postwar restoration.

Details:

Name: Yarrow

Latin name: Achillea millefolium

Seed quantity: 0,08 grams

Packet size: 9 x12,5 cm

Packet material: Made from paper produced

using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed

of in biodegradable waste

Plant size: 60-90 cm height, 30-60 cm spread

Container size: Minimum 25 cm diameter

HOW TO GROW

SOWING

Outdoor Early spring or autumn

Indoor 8-10 weeks before last frost

GERMINATION

Time 14-21 days

Temperature 18-24°C

HOW TO SOW

Direct sow Sow seeds on soil surface; press lightly but do not cover

Indoor Surface-sow in trays with light exposure

CARING

Light Full sun

Watering Low; allow soil to dry between waterings 

Soil Well-drained, sandy to loamy soil

Feeding Minimal feeding; yarrow thrives in nutrient-poor soil

GROWING TIP

Yarrow is heat and drought-tolerant, making it ideal for xeriscaping.

Deadhead to encourage prolonged blooming,

but avoid over-fertilizing as this can reduce its resilience.

HARVESTING

Cut flowers when fully open. Yarrow is excellent for both

fresh and dried arrangements and retains color when dried.

INTERESTING FACTS

Fun fact 1

Yarrow has been used medicinally for centuries,

often for wound healing, and is sometimes called

“soldier’s woundwort.”

Fun fact 2

Named after the Greek hero Achilles, who is said

to have used yarrow to treat his soldiers’ wounds in battle.