Overview
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Pimpinella, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1-1.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Pimpinella major 'Rosea' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens. It is native to Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders and Grand Duchy of Luxembourg.
About
Pimpinella major, common name greater burnet-saxifrage or hollowstem burnet saxifrage, is a herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Pimpinella belonging to the carrot family (Apiaceae).
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About the genus
Pimpinella is a plant genus in the family Apiaceae; it includes the aromatic herb anise.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pimpinella
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
- Native to
- Belgium, Brussels-Capital Region, Flemish Region, Walloon Region, Flanders, Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pimpinella major 'Rosea'
- Propagation
- Sowing seeds outdoors, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Mice
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Downy mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pimpinella major 'Rosea'?
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Pimpinella major 'Rosea' need?
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Pimpinella major 'Rosea' grow?
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' reaches a height of 1-1.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Pimpinella major 'Rosea' hardy in the UK?
Pimpinella major 'Rosea' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Pimpinella major 'Rosea'?
Sowing seeds outdoors, Division in spring.
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