Pimpinella major

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage

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Common Name: 

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage

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Maximum temperature: 

35°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Description

Pimpinella major, common name Greater Burnet-saxifrage or Hollowstem Burnet Saxifrage, is a herbaceous perennial plant in the genus Pimpinella belonging to the Carrot family (Apiaceae).

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Blooming

Blooms star-shaped flowers in colors such as white, yellow, pink, or purple.

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Growth

Annuals, biennials, and perennials with hairy stems. Grows best in full sun or some partial shade. Excellent for containers. Most species work well in a wild garden. P. major 'Roseas' is often grown in a border. Anise needs atleast 120 days of warm weather for best growth. Where warm seasons are shorter, start seedlings indoors before the last frost and set out after the threat of frost has passed.

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Planting

When ripe, sow seeds in containers in spring when the danger of frost is no more. Try not to damage the taproots when transplanting.

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Pest

Vulnerable to slugs, snails, aphids, and leaf spots.

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Interesting facts

Found in many places, including grasslands, hedgerows, and woodlands. Occur mostly in Europe, North Africa, Asia, and South America.

Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) - Soil and irrigation

Will grow in any soil, but prefers soil that is fertile, moist, and slightly acidic.

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