Canadian Burnet. An alpine with bluish grey-green leaves. Pretty cup-shaped white flowers emerge as the leaves unfurl in spring. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers April to May. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Sanguisorba albiflora
An alpine with bluish grey-green leaves. Pretty cup-shaped white flowers emerge as the leaves unfurl in spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Sanguisorba |
|---|---|
| Species | albiflora |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Canadian Burnet |
| Flower Colour | white |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 15cm |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, grey, green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
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