Great Burnet | Sanguisorba officinalis 'Red Thunder'
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Great Burnet
Sanguisorba officinalis 'Red Thunder'
- Add spectacular movement to your garden with the delightful, drumstick-like maroon flower heads that bob gracefully on tall, wiry stems.
- This sanguisorba brings wonderful late-summer color and architectural height to the border just as other plants are beginning to fade.
- Sanguisorba officinalis creates a stunning see-through effect, meaning you can plant it near the front of a bed to create a wild, prairie-style look.
- It is incredibly robust, fully hardy, and thrives in moister soils, making it a fantastic, unique choice for clay or damp garden spots.
- The flowers are an absolute favorite for bees and make incredibly long-lasting, dramatic additions to any cut flower arrangement.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Great Burnet needs a large, heavy pot and may require staking for support.
How big does it get?
Great Burnet typically reaches a mature height of 120 cm and a spread of 60 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Great Burnet requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Great Burnet prefers moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Great Burnet needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Great Burnet | Sanguisorba officinalis 'Red Thunder' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Great Burnet is fully hardy (H7), enduring temperatures below -20°C. It thrives uniformly across all regions of the UK without the need for winter protection.
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