• Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’
  • Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’
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Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’

Tanna Burnet

£6.99
£6.99
Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’ is a compact perennial known for its deep crimson flower spikes and airy, fern-like foliage, bringing structure and movement to borders and naturalistic plantings.
  • Attractive to bees and butterflies
  • Fine foliage adds soft texture
  • Compact form suits small gardens
Size

    • Aspect

      Full sun to partial shade

    • Hardiness

      Hardy

    • Flowers

      July to September

    • Soil type

      Moist but well-drained, Loamy, Clay, Silty

    Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’
    Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’

    • Why we like this plant

      Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’ adds vertical interest and texture without overwhelming nearby plants. Its soft, swaying flowers are a magnet for pollinators and lend a naturalistic charm to a wide range of garden styles, from formal to wild.

    • About this plant

      Sanguisorba ‘Tanna’ is a refined and ornamental perennial valued for its slim, upright flower spikes in rich burgundy shades that resemble tiny bottlebrushes. These appear in midsummer and last well into early autumn, rising delicately above mounds of finely divided green leaves. More compact than many other sanguisorbas, ‘Tanna’ is ideal for smaller gardens, where its understated charm and graceful movement add elegance to mixed borders, prairie-style planting, and meadow schemes. It also blends beautifully with grasses and late-flowering perennials.

    • Key features

      • Slender, burgundy flower spikes
      • Compact and well-behaved habit
      • Excellent in naturalistic or meadow-style plantings

    • Height and
      spread

      40–60cm high × 30–45cm spread

    • Growth
      habit

      Clump-forming, upright

    • Moisture

      Moist but well-drained

    • Position in
      the Garden

      Middle of borders, meadow planting, wildlife gardens

    Planting guide

    Plant in groups or drifts for best effect in a sunny or lightly shaded spot with moist, fertile soil. Allow space for air circulation and combine with ornamental grasses or other mid-border perennials.

    Care tips

    Cut back stems after flowering to tidy the plant or leave seed heads in place for autumn and winter interest. Divide every few years to maintain vigour and replant in enriched soil. No staking is usually required due to its upright habit.

    Winter care

    Hardy in the UK and generally needs little protection. In colder areas, a mulch layer can help insulate roots and retain soil structure. Leave some seed heads standing for seasonal interest and wildlife.