Garden burnet
Sanguisorba minor
Garden burnet is a tough, low-maintenance perennial herb that grows well in average to poor, well-drained soils in partial to full sun. Its cucumber-flavored leaves can be harvested regularly throughout the growing season for culinary use in salads and drinks. Cut back after flowering to encourage fresh foliage and prevent unwanted self-seeding.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
12″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days In Dry Spells; Generally Rain-Fed Once Established • Water Moderately, Keeping Soil Evenly Moist But Never Waterlogged; Allow Surface To Partially Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Aug 20, 2019 by Sophie palhares (cc-by-sa)
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