How much sun does Salad Burnet need?

Salad Burnet grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Salad Burnet bloom?

Salad Burnet blooms in May, June, and July.

Where is Salad Burnet native?

Salad Burnet (Poterium sanguisorba) is native to PA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Salad Burnet attract?

Salad Burnet draws bees and beetles.

Is Salad Burnet HOA-friendly?

Salad Burnet is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Salad Burnet

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Poterium sanguisorba

Last reviewed: June 2026

Salad Burnet (Poterium sanguisorba) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

12"–24" H × 12"–24" W

Bloom

May, Jun, Jul

Native to

Pollinators

bees, beetles

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Salad burnet is a compact perennial herb with attractive, finely divided blue-green foliage that forms neat, rounded clumps. It produces small, globe-shaped flowers in late spring and early summer, followed by interesting seed heads. The leaves have a mild cucumber flavor and can be used in cooking.

In an HOA neighborhood

Salad Burnet is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.

Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.

Wildlife value

The small flowers attract bees and beneficial beetles during the blooming period. The compact growth habit provides shelter for small beneficial insects.

Common questions

How much sun does Salad Burnet need?: Salad Burnet grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Salad Burnet bloom?: Salad Burnet blooms in May, June, and July.
Where is Salad Burnet native?: Salad Burnet (Poterium sanguisorba) is native to PA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
Is Salad Burnet toxic to dogs?: Salad Burnet is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
Is Salad Burnet toxic to cats?: Salad Burnet is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
What pollinators does Salad Burnet attract?: Salad Burnet draws bees and beetles.
Is Salad Burnet HOA-friendly?: Salad Burnet is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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