Sanguisorba minor
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Sanguisorba minor, Salad Burnet, Pimpernel
Family: Rosaceae
Genus: Sanguisorba
Tiny magenta flowers are borne in compact thimble shaped heads on flowering stalks that stand a foot or so above the leaves. Soft grey/green leaves are divided into neat ovals with toothed edges. Culinary; the leaves are lovely in winter salads.
Want to learn more? Read Jekka’s blog all about Salad Burnett.
Characteristics:
Salad Burnet can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka’s Herbetum and is available to buy as both herb plants and online as herb seeds.
Details
Growing
• Indoor Sowing: In spring or autumn. Autumn sowing, cover with glass and winter under cover.
• Outdoor Sowing: In spring, into well-drained soil, sun or light shade. Thin to 30cm apart.
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