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Oriental Burnet

Sanguisorba tenuifolia, Rosaceae

Zones
4–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Dynamic AccumulatorGround CoverBeneficial Insect Habitat

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Dahurian LespedezaLespedeza daurica
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
Blue WildryeElymus glaucus
Beneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Sea PeaLathyrus japonicus

Both have deep root systems in coastal environments, leading to resource competition

Uses

Functions

Soil StabilizationMineral AccumulationBeneficial Insect HabitatBiomass Production

Edible Parts

LeavesRoots

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Oriental Burnet grow in?

Oriental Burnet grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Oriental Burnet?

Good companions for Oriental Burnet include Dahurian Lespedeza, Blue Wildrye.

Design guilds with Oriental Burnet and see companion relationships visually.

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