Genus: Sanguisorba

Common Names: burnet

Description coming soon.

Distribution: temperate Northern Hemisphere

Sanguisorba minor

Common name(s): salad burnet

Description: perennial; a useful culinary herb with ornamental appeal. Lacy, fern-like leaves grow from a basal rosette and taste like cucumber!

Height: to 18 in. Spread: to 10 in.

Position: full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil

Uses: culinary- dressings, salads, soups, sauces, garnishes

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 3 months of summer drought