Sanguisorba officinalis 'Tanna' - 2026

Sanguisorba officinalis 'Tanna' is a compact, clump-forming perennial with deep red, bottlebrush-like flower heads that appear from July to September atop slender wiry stems. The textured blue-green foliage forms neat mounds, providing an attractive backdrop to the striking flowers and adding structure to borders, cottage gardens, or naturalistic plantings. Its compact habit makes it suitable for smaller spaces, containers, or mixed perennial beds.

The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, enhancing ecological value. It thrives in full sun to partial shade in moist but well-drained soil, is low-maintenance, and tolerant of most garden conditions. Non-native to the UK, 'Tanna' is prized for its long-lasting summer colour, tidy growth, and versatility in different planting schemes.