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White Burnet
Sanguisorba tenuifolia 'Alba'
Price comparison:
£6.00 – £8.20
From 3 UK retailers
White Burnet is a pollinator-friendly herbaceous perennial reaching about 1.2m tall. Produces flowers from June to August. A reliable choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 1.2m tall × 60cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jun,jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Pollinator-friendly, naturalistic planting
Compare Prices
Prices from 3 retailers
Prices last checked: 21 Oct 2026
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| DArcy and Everest | £6.00Checked 27 Oct | 9cm | View at DArcy and EverestOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Claire Austin Hardy Plants £5.50 standard delivery | £8.20Checked 21 Oct | 9cm | View at Claire Austin Hardy PlantsOpens product page · Affiliate info |
DArcy and Everest
Size: 9cm
Claire Austin Hardy Plants
£5.50 standard delivery
Size: 9cm
| Farmyard Nurseries | £4.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Farmyard NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Farmyard Nurseries
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Prices last checked: 21 Oct 2026
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Plant Information
About this plant
White Burnet is a pollinator-friendly herbaceous perennial reaching about 1.2m tall. Produces flowers from June to August. A reliable choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.
Latin Name
Sanguisorba tenuifolia 'Alba'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jun,jul,aug
Mature Height
1.2m
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does White Burnet cost in the UK?
White Burnet prices in the UK range from £6.00 to £8.20 depending on pot size and retailer. The lowest price we track is £6.00 for a 9cm pot at DArcy and Everest. Prices are checked nightly across 3 UK nurseries.
Where can I buy White Burnet online in the UK?
You can buy White Burnet from 3 UK nurseries including Farmyard Nurseries, DArcy and Everest, Claire Austin Hardy Plants. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for White Burnet?
The scientific name for White Burnet is Sanguisorba tenuifolia 'Alba'.
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