Sanguisorba obtusa [white-flowered]

Also Known As

Sanguisorba obtusa 'Alba'
Alba Burnet

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Sanguisorba obtusa [white-flowered] plant details

Sanguisorba obtusa [white-flowered] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Sanguisorba obtusa [white-flowered]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Sanguisorba obtusa [white-flowered]

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: rabbit
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sanguisorba obtusa 'Alba' has a profusion of long, curving, pipe cleaner-like blooms that arch and sway above pinnate foliage with serrated edges. An unpretentious beauty, the seed heads look great for months after the fluffy parts die and dry out. These will form a two foot tall and wide clump happiest in a sunny to part-shade spot where the soil stays moist.