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Sanguisorba canadensis

Canada burnet

Commonly found in bogs, swamps, and along roadsides, Canada burnet first distinguishes itself with toothed bipinnate leaves, which form in clumps from which tall flowering stems emerge. Long, fuzzy flower spikes begin to appear in late summer, thrilling pollinators.

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Height: 24-48 in
Spread: 24-36 in
Hardiness Zone: 4-8


Bloom Color: White

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Wet
Ecoregion
• (84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
• (82) Acadian Plains and Hills
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
• (83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
• (59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
• Summer Bloom
• Fall Bloom
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Bees
• Other Pollinators/Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Tolerance
• Salt Tolerant
Additional Attributes
• Low Maintenance
Landscape Use
• Specimen
• Massing
• Naturalize


North American Distribution


Canada burnet - Sanguisorba canadensis from Native Plant Trust
Canada burnet - Sanguisorba canadensis from Native Plant Trust