Overview
Sanguisorba menziesii is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Sanguisorba, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Sanguisorba menziesii grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, prairie planting, wildflower meadow, low maintenance and flower borders and beds.
About
Sanguisorba menziesiii, commonly known as Menzies' burnet, Sanguisorbe de Menzies, and small-head burnet, is a species of flowering plant in the family Rosaceae. It is a perennial or helophyte native to Alaska, British Columbia, and Washington in northwestern North America.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Sanguisorba
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Sanguisorba menziesii size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Wildflower meadow, Low Maintenance, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Sanguisorba menziesii
- Propagation
- Division in spring or autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Sanguisorba menziesii?
Sanguisorba menziesii prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Sanguisorba menziesii need?
Sanguisorba menziesii 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.
Is Sanguisorba menziesii hardy in the UK?
Sanguisorba menziesii has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Sanguisorba menziesii?
Division in spring or autumn.
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