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Sanguisorba officinalis var. microcephala Little Angel

Dwarf Burnet

The tiny, green leaves are edged with a white border on this mounding plant. Deep burgundy flower clusters resembling match heads float above the foliage in the summer months.

  • »  Dense, compact habit
  • »  Evergreen foliage is variegated, green and white
  • »  Maroon flowers resembling match heads atop strong, slender stems
  • »  Leaves are edible
  • »  Bloom Time: Mid to late summer

1gal
$24.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:20-25 cm
  • Spread:30-40 cm
  • Bloom Color: Magenta
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green
• Variegated
• White
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Ground cover
• Patio plants
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Sanguisorba officinalis var. microcephala 'Little Angel'

Plant in an average to moist or consistently moist, well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Remove spent flowers for a tidier appearance and to improve overall shape.