Sanguisorba Big Dream (Great Burnet)

Sanguisorba officinalis 'Big Dream', commonly known as Great Burnet, is a striking perennial renowned for its tall, slender stems and deep red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes. Blooming from mid to late summer, the flowers rise above the plant's attractive pinnate foliage, creating a stunning vertical element in the garden. The soft, feathery texture of the flowers contrasts beautifully with the rich green of the leaves, adding both movement and drama to the landscape.

'Big Dream' is particularly valued for its long flowering period, which extends from summer well into autumn, making it a reliable source of colour when many other plants begin to fade. The deep red flower spikes are a magnet for pollinators, including bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making this variety an excellent choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Its tall and elegant structure makes it ideal for adding vertical interest to mixed borders, naturalistic plantings, or wildflower meadows.

This hardy perennial is easy to grow and relatively low-maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. It performs best in full sun or partial shade, making it adaptable to a variety of garden conditions. Incorporating Sanguisorba officinalis 'Big Dream' into your garden will not only enhance its visual appeal but also promote biodiversity by supporting pollinators throughout the growing season. Whether planted as a focal point, in a border, or as part of a naturalistic planting scheme, 'Big Dream' offers a blend of elegance and ecological value that is hard to match.

• Scientific Name: Sanguisorba officinalis 'Big Dream'
• Common Name: Great Burnet 'Big Dream'
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming perennial with tall, slender stems
• Flower Features:
• Deep red, bottlebrush-like flower spikes
• Flowers rise above the foliage, adding vertical interest and movement to the garden
• Blooms from mid to late summer, lasting into autumn
• Foliage:
• Attractive pinnate foliage with a rich green colour
• Provides a contrasting backdrop to the feathery flowers
• Height: Typically grows to 90–120 cm
• Spread: Forms clumps approximately 45–60 cm wide
• Sunlight Requirements: Prefers full sun but will tolerate partial shade
• Soil Preference: Thrives in well-drained soil with moderate moisture
• Garden Use:
• Ideal for mixed borders, naturalistic plantings, or wildflower meadows
• Excellent for creating vertical interest and movement in garden landscapes
• Maintenance:
• Low-maintenance; requires minimal care once established
• Deadhead spent flowers to encourage additional blooms
• Can be divided every few years to maintain vigour
• Wildlife Value: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity
• Companion Planting: Pairs well with other late-summer bloomers such as Echinacea and Rudbeckia
• Supplied As: Bare Roots
• Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
• We ship from: London