Yarrow Flower Aroma. Add 3 drops each yarrow lavender and chamomile to dried potpourri to create a centerpiece that releases a relaxing scent. For centuries mankind has appreciated the healing benefits of yarrow.
Yarrow is commonly used for diarrhea gas asthma colds runny nose arthritis wounds skin healing liver disorders and. It is the cultivars and hybrids of common yarrow most of which have stronger stems more upright habits and larger flowers that have become popular flowering plants for ornamental gardens. Garble to separate the flowers and leaves from the large stalks and then either use the herb fresh or dry it for storage.
By themselves the flowers may carry a delicate sweet quality in their aroma.
Yarrow will be nice in desserts since its naturally sweet especially those that use cream. During dry years these stalks may only grow a foot or two preserving energy in its roots. Sep 30 2020 Generally the leaves and flowers have a mildly herbal spicy aroma slightly sage-like especially when crushed. The above ground parts are used to make medicine.