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Sanguisorba menziesii

Sanguisorba menziesii
Menzie's Burnet

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Perennial with original flowers producing large rigid inflorescences, equipped with spikes of purple flowers, resembling bottle brushes. It is particularly sought after for its natural aspect.
Flower size
6 cm
Height at maturity
1 m
Spread at maturity
40 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -34°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time March to May, September to November
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Flowering time May to June
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Description

The Sanguisorba menzeisii is a perennial with rhizomes that has the particularity of having an original flowering. From June to July, terminal spikes, in a bottle brush shape, are composed of small purple flowers. These spikes are formed on leafy and knotted stems.

This perennial has a beautiful and decorative foliage. The grey-green leaves, 25 to 40 cm (10 to 16in) long, are divided into toothed and elliptical leaflets. It is a deciduous foliage. At maturity, the Sanguisorba reaches a height of 70 cm (28in). Originally from Alaska, it is a very hardy plant that can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F).

The Alaskan Burnet, as it is also known, blooms in sunny and moist soils. It can be planted in herbaceous borders or along the water's edge. It is common in wet meadows. You can associate it with perennial beds to highlight the spikes. It also presents well in bouquets.

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Sanguisorba menziesii (Flowering) Flowering
Sanguisorba menziesii (Foliage) Foliage

Flowering

Flower colour red
Flowering time May to June
Inflorescence Spike
Flower size 6 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1 m
Spread at maturity 40 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Sanguisorba

Species

menziesii

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Menzie's Burnet

Origin

North America

Product reference76501

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Planting and care

Place the Sanguisorba menzeisii in full sun or partial shade in any type of soil that is fairly rich and well-drained. The larger species require staking. They can be invasive. Beware of slugs and snails that devour the young leaves.
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Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -34°C (USDA zone 4) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Rich, well-drained, and deep.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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