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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