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Sanguisorba officinalis
Clump-forming, rhizomatous perennial. Compound medium green, basal leaves and small spikes of dark purple flowers in summer. Stems are sometimes tinged with red. Has ornamental value, and is also grown as a culinary herb: leaves (especially younger ones) are excellent in salads and soups. Easily grown in average, medium, well-drained soil in full sun. Freely self-seeds.
Genus
Sanguisorba
Species
officinalis
Cultivar
Common name
Great burnet
Family name
Rosaceae
Place of origin
Europe/North America
DETAILS
Height
80 cm
Width
80 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Deciduous
Soil Type
Moisture
Exposure
Perennials
Category
Medium, height 0.6 to 1.2 metres.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
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