Chocolate Tip Great Burnet

Chocolate Tip Burnet (Sanguisorba officinalis 'Chocolate Tip')

Chocolate Tip Burnet (Sanguisorba officinalis 'Chocolate Tip') is a distinctive, long-blooming perennial admired for its dark chocolate-colored flower tips and finely textured green foliage. This elegant variety adds bold color, refined texture, and an eye-catching focal point to borders, meadow plantings, and pollinator-friendly gardens.

Distinctive Features

'Chocolate Tip' produces slender, upright flower spikes with deep chocolate-brown tips that bloom from mid-summer through early fall. The dramatic blooms rise above mounds of soft, fern-like green foliage, providing both visual and textural contrast. Growing 24 to 36 inches tall, this variety is ideal for adding height and structure to mixed plantings. The nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies, while its unique coloring provides a sophisticated and striking look in modern or naturalistic gardens.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil.
• Water: Requires regular watering, especially in dry periods.
• Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels with good airflow.
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8, adaptable to temperate climates.

Ideal Uses

• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms.
• Meadow and Prairie Plantings: Adds natural, vertical texture to informal landscapes.
• Mixed Borders: Provides height and color contrast alongside lighter-hued perennials.
• Cut Flower Gardens: Unique, dark flower spikes add interest to floral arrangements.
• Naturalized Plantings: Ideal for blending into open and wild landscapes.

Low Maintenance Care

Chocolate Tip Burnet is a hardy, low-maintenance perennial that thrives with minimal care once established.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage prolonged blooming or leave seed heads for winter interest.
• Fertilizing: Apply compost in early spring to promote healthy growth.
• Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free and resistant to deer and rabbits.
• Winter Care: Cut back dead foliage in late fall or early spring to encourage fresh growth.

Why Choose Chocolate Tip Burnet?

Chocolate Tip Burnet offers striking, long-lasting blooms, unique color contrast, and ecological benefits, making it an excellent choice for borders, meadow gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

• Deep Chocolate-Colored Blooms: Adds bold, sophisticated color to garden designs.
• Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Natural Movement: Tall, slender spikes sway gracefully in the breeze.
• Low Maintenance: Thrives with minimal care once established.
• Versatile Planting Options: Perfect for both formal borders and informal wild gardens.

For striking color, graceful movement, and reliable garden performance, Chocolate Tip Burnet (Sanguisorba officinalis 'Chocolate Tip') is an exceptional focal point choice for borders, meadow plantings, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.