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Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel'
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Erect stems bear fluffy purple pink squirrel tail flowerheads with pink stamens from midsummer to early autumn. They seem to hover...
9cm pot
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2 litre pot
available to order from spring 2027
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Plant description
Erect stems bear fluffy purple pink squirrel tail flowerheads with pink stamens from midsummer to early autumn. They seem to hover in large numbers above the foliage.
Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' is ideal for adding vertical interest and movement to a mixed herbaceous bed, or mixing with ornamental grasses for a naturalised effect.
Sanguisorba hakusanensis 'Lilac Squirrel' is ideal for adding vertical interest and movement to a mixed herbaceous bed, or mixing with ornamental grasses for a naturalised effect.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Sanguisorba hakusanensis Lilac Squirrel:
Plant 30-45cm (12-18in) apart in moderately fertile, moist, but well-drained soil, incorporating compost to improve drainage and fertility. Water regularly during the first season to establish deep roots, then reduce watering as it becomes drought-tolerant.
Apply an organic mulch of well-rotted compost to retain moisture and suppress weeds. In late winter or early spring, cut back the previous year's growth to 5-7cm (2-3in) above ground, dividing clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigour. While rarely needed because of its compact stature, staking may be beneficial in very exposed sites.
Apply an organic mulch of well-rotted compost to retain moisture and suppress weeds. In late winter or early spring, cut back the previous year's growth to 5-7cm (2-3in) above ground, dividing clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigour. While rarely needed because of its compact stature, staking may be beneficial in very exposed sites.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
