Overview
Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' is a garden plant in the genus Sanguisorba, part of the Rosaceae family. It typically grows around 0.5–2 metres tall.
About
Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' is an herbaceous perennial in the rose family (Rosaceae) and a cultivated form of burnet. It produces a crown of pinnate leaves with erect stems that can reach 50–200 cm, each stem topped by dense, small flower clusters. Individual flowers have four tiny petals and may range from white to red within 5–20 mm long flowerheads. Flowering takes place from June to August.
About the genus
Sanguisorba is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The common name is burnet.
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In the garden
Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' sits in the genus Sanguisorba within the Rosaceae and traces its lineage to temperate parts of the Northern Hemisphere. Plants form a central crown of pinnate leaves — often 5–30 cm long with multiple serrated leaflets — and send up erect stems that carry dense, 5–20 mm flowerheads. Individual flowers are very small, with four petals that can range from white to red, and flowering runs from June to August. Choose a position where the tall stems can be seen and appreciated; the species' habit suits sites that offer some vertical space rather than tight, low-growing borders. Aim for soil that retains moisture without remaining waterlogged and a situation that receives good light through much of the day. Established crowns can be divided in spring to renew vigour and to create additional plants. In UK planting schemes this cultivar works where upright, long-stemmed summer flowers are wanted — between grasses, at the back of mixed perennial borders, or in informal, naturalistic drifts. Expect the small clustered flowerheads to be carried well above the foliage from June to August, providing seasonally reliable structure.
Plant details
Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' size, habit and characteristics
- Height
- 0.5–2 metres
Frequently asked questions
How big does Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' grow?
Sanguisorba off. 'Red Thunder' reaches a height of 0.5–2 metres.
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