Sanguisorba officinalis 'Shiro-fukurin' (v)
great burnet 'Shiro-fukurin'
'Shiro-fukurin' is a clump-forming perennial to 1.2m tall. The greyish-green leaflets are toothed and variegated with white edges. Erect, burgundy-red flowerheads, up to 3cm long, are borne on widely-branched stems in summer
Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Variegated White | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Red | Green Variegated White | ||
| Autumn | Green Variegated White | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Genus
Sanguisorba are rhizomatous herbaceous perennials with attractive, pinnate leaves and branched stems bearing terminal spikes of small fluffy flowers with conspicuous stamens
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil that does not dry out; best in full sun or partial shade. Usually needs support (see staking perennials)
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildflower meadow
- Prairie planting
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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