Burnet, American

Sanguisorba purpurea

$12.99

20 in stock - Inventory reflects the current availability and may change due to in-store purchases

Outdoor Plant Size
American Burnet is a clump-forming wetland plant that thrives in moist garden settings and near water features. Throughout summer, it produces striking white bottlebrush-like flowers held above attractive compound foliage—perfect for cutting arrangements. This versatile perennial adds both ornamental appeal and practical value to any landscape design.

Mature Height: 24 - 36"

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Sun, Partial

Water Needs: Moderate

Mature Height: 24 - 36"

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Sun, Partial

Water Needs: Moderate

Mature Height: 24 - 36"

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Sun, Partial

Water Needs: Moderate

Plant Profile

Burnet, American

Sunlight Exposure

Sun, Partial

Water Needs

Moderate

Landscape Use

Mass Planting

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Clumping

Flowering Season

Summer

Foliage Color

Green

Pest + Disease Resistance

Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Insect Resistant, Disease Resistant

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

Native (Great Lakes Region), Pollinator – Butterflies

Season of Interest

Summer

Fall Color

Green

Garden Performance & Beauty

None

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Erosion Control

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

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