Great Burnet (Sanguisorba Officinalis) is a perennial herb in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Sanguisorba officinalis is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its tall, slender stems topped with deep red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes.

Great Burnet

Great Burnet

Sanguisorba Officinalis

Sanguisorba officinalis is a perennial herbaceous plant known for its tall, slender stems topped with deep red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, silty, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator support, cut flower

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Great Burnet

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Sanguisorba