Sanguisorba


	Sanguisorba Sanguisorba, or Burnet, makes for a great addition to any garden and has a particularly nice growing habit. Plants produce fantastic flowers on wiry stems which make them ideal for planting in large drifts in herbaceous borders. Flowers differ in that some species produce large fluffy catkin types while others, bred from our native Sanguisorba, will produce tight cone like flowers in shade of wine-red. How to grow Easy to grow, Sanguisorbas will require little care post planting and once established they will become fairly low maintenance and drought tolerant. When you receive your plants you should move them in to their final positions as soon as possible. If you cannot plant immediately, ensure your plants are watered and keep them moist and in a cool and bright space until planting is possible. Position A position in full or part sun is best for Sanguisorbas with white flowering plants preferring more shade. Due to the prolific flowering nature of these plants it is possible to plant them in large drifts through borders and plants will require little support if any. Soil Plants will grow in most soils but to encourage a better display it is best to create a soil that is fertile, well-drained and moist. Heavy soils can be improved with the addition of organic matter, such as well-rotted garden compost or multi-purpose compost and an application of general fertilizer or liquid seaweed feed during the growing season and after flowering will help to promote strong and healthy plant growth. Care Water plants well after planting to help them establish and develop a good root system. Plants will benefit from regular watering and irrigation systems will make this process easier. In spring you may wish to add a mulch of well-rotted garden compost or multi-purpose compost as this will help to encourage good growth, conserve water and keep roots moist throughout summer. Once established these plants will tolerate periods of drought. Remove fading flowers by hand or with Ratcheting Prun ers and add them to the compost bin. Plants are fairly disease and pest free and no precautions are necessary. Top Tip If you intend to grow different types of Sanguisorba together you may find that plants produce seed that is not true to its parent due to interbreeding. Plants are best propagated by division in the Autumn.

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