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Canadian Burnet

Sanguisorba canadensis, Rosaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatDynamic AccumulatorMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

High (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Canby's LovageLigusticum canbyi
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Cat's WhiskersOrthosiphon aristatus
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

OldenlandiaHedyotis diffusa

Low-growing herbaceous plants compete for similar soil resources and growing space

American PokeweedPhytolacca decandra

Pokeweed's allelopathic compounds and vigorous growth can suppress native wetland herbs like Canadian Burnet

Uses

Functions

Medicinal PlantPollinator SupportWetland RestorationOrnamental

Edible Parts

Young LeavesRootsSeeds

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAstringent PropertiesDiarrheaBleeding ControlSkin Conditions

Common Questions

What zones does Canadian Burnet grow in?

Canadian Burnet grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Canadian Burnet?

Good companions for Canadian Burnet include Canby's Lovage, Cat's Whiskers.

Design guilds with Canadian Burnet and see companion relationships visually.

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