Golden Yarrow (Eriophyllum confertiflorum) is in the Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies family (Asteraceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 2,371 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Nationally it blooms mainly from April to June, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Golden Yarrow: observations by month (U.S.)
About Golden Yarrow
Eriophyllum confertiflorum, commonly called golden yarrow or yellow yarrow, is a North American species of plants in the (sunflower family), native to California and Baja California. It has wooly leaves when young, and yellow flower heads. "Eriophyllum" means "wooly leaved.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Golden Yarrow by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| California | 2,371 | May | Apr–Jun |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Sunflowers, Daisies, Asters, and Allies)
black-eyed Susan
Common Yarrow
White Snakeroot
Chicory
Lawn daisy
Philadelphia fleabane
Pearly Everlasting
Blue Mistflower
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Golden Yarrow?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from April to June.
Where is Golden Yarrow most often seen?
The most observations come from California.