Species greater burnet
clusters of small, purple flowers with green petioles, and green, slender stem

greater burnet

Pimpinella major 'Rosea'

The Greater Burnet (Pimpinella major 'Rosea') is a hardy perennial plant known for its bold, rosy-pink flowers. It produces delicate, compact umbels that are packed full of nectar and attract a wide variety of beneficial insects and pollinators. Bright green leaves form a lush, dense foliage that provides the perfect backdrop for the rich pink blooms. Growing to a height of around 90 cm, Greater Burnet is an ideal choice for cottage gardens, meadows, and border plantings alike. It prefers full sun and moist soil, but is also tolerant of part-shade and drought. Perfect for cutting and drying, the Greater Burnet will add vibrancy and beauty to any garden.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation,Grafting Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Pink Flowers

Sun:

Full sun,part shade

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Greater burnet (Pimpinella major 'Rosea') should be watered when the top 2-3 inches of soil has become dry. It requires moderate amounts of water but should not be watered excessively. To ensure that the soil remains moist but not boggy, the plant should be watered once every 7 to 10 days, depending on the local temperature and the type of soil. If the soil appears to be drying out more quickly, increase the frequency of watering. Avoid overwatering as this can lead to root rot.

sunlight

The greater burnet (Pimpinella major 'Rosea') should receive full sun or at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. During the hotter months, some shade or filtered sun in the afternoon may help the plant from getting sunburned. In the colder months, the plant should receive direct sunlight throughout the day. For optimal growth and flowering, the greater burnet should get the most direct sunlight possible.

pruning

Greater burnet (Pimpinella major 'Rosea') should be pruned in the early spring before new growth occurs. Pruning should involve removing any dead, diseased, or damaged stems as well as pruning off any overcrowded branches. Pruning should not be too severe as it can damage the shrub, so the aim should be to prune as little as possible while still keeping an attractive and well-maintained shape.

Season

Fall
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Starts Flowering

The greater burnet typically starts flowering in June.

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