Does Sanguisorba like sun or shade?
Grow Sanguisorba in sun or partial shade, in good soil that is moisture retentive but drains freely. Once established, Sanguisorba does tolerate spells of dry weather. Grow Sanguisorba as part of a naturalistic, prairie-style, or modern meadow planting as well as to use in more traditional garden borders. Water thoroughly after planting. After the first week, give a new plant a good soaking once a week during summer, unless rainfall is plentiful (more than 1in per week). Established plants can generally get by on less water, but Sanguisorba does best if the soil remains evenly moist.Grow Sanguisorba in sun or partial shade, in good soil that is moisture retentive but drains freely. Once established, Sanguisorba does tolerate spells of dry weather. Grow Sanguisorba as part of a naturalistic, prairie-style, or modern meadow planting as well as to use in more traditional garden borders.
Is Sanguisorba good for bees?
This plant will provide nectar and pollen for bees and the many other types of pollinating insects. It is included in an evolving list of plants carefully researched and chosen by RHS experts. Grow colorful flowers. Bees are especially fond of blue, white, yellow, purple and violet blooms. Plant in clumps, so they’re easier for bees to spot, and grow blossoms with different shapes. There are thousands of species of bees with differently shaped tongues, so this helps attract a variety.