Burnet

Sanguisorba obtusa

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: Poor-to-average, moist, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: June to September
• Flower colour: pink
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Small, fluffy, rich pink flowers are produced on short, bottlebrush-like spikes from midsummer to early autumn. An attractive rhizomatous perennial with greyish green leaves that looks lovely planted in a herbaceous border. Burnets are great for naturalising in damp wildflower meadows or by water, as they are happiest in a sunny spot where the soil stays moist.
  
  
• Garden care: Divide plants in spring or autumn.