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Sanguisorba Plum Drops 2 Litre Pot

An elegant perennial with rich plum-coloured bottlebrush flower spikes from mid to late summer.

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Key Details

Latin Name: Sanguisorba Plum Drops
Common Name:
Flower Colour: Purple

Sanguisorba ‘Plum Drops’ – A Graceful Late-Summer Perennial

Sanguisorba ‘Plum Drops’ is an elegant, upright perennial admired for its rich plum-coloured, bottlebrush flower heads that appear from mid to late summer and continue into early autumn. The softly nodding blooms sit above fine-textured green foliage, creating a light, airy display that adds movement, height, and late-season interest to borders and naturalistic planting schemes. This refined variety brings depth of colour and structure to the late-summer garden.


Why Grow Sanguisorba ‘Plum Drops’?

Rich Plum-Coloured Flowers – Slender bottlebrush blooms from mid to late summer.

Architectural Form – Upright stems add height and structure.

Late-Season Interest – Extends colour into early autumn.

Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and beneficial insects.

Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.


Height and Spread

Typically grows to 100–130cm (3–4.5ft) in height, with a spread of 45–60cm (18–24in).


Where to Site Your Sanguisorba ‘Plum Drops’

  • Borders: Adds height, movement, and colour

  • Naturalistic Gardens: Ideal for meadow-style planting

  • Mixed Perennial Beds: Creates softness and contrast

  • Pollinator Gardens: Supports wildlife

  • Cut Flower Gardens: Excellent for floral arrangements


How to Grow and Care

Soil – Prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soil; tolerates heavier soils.
Light – Full sun to partial shade.
Watering – Water regularly while establishing; enjoys consistent moisture.


Maintenance

Deadheading: Optional; flowers remain attractive as they fade.
Pruning: Cut back stems in late autumn or early spring.
Mulching: Improves soil structure and moisture retention.
Pests & Diseases: Generally pest- and disease-free.


Perfect Plant Combinations

  • Perennials: Achillea, Persicaria, Echinacea

  • Grasses: Molinia, Deschampsia, Stipa

  • Shrubs: Hydrangea, Cornus

  • Naturalistic Planting: Complements meadow-style species beautifully


Conclusion

Sanguisorba ‘Plum Drops’ is a refined, architectural perennial with rich plum-coloured flower spikes and airy foliage. Perfect for borders and naturalistic planting, it delivers late-season colour, movement, and low-maintenance elegance.

Sanguisorba Plum Drops 2 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Average Rate Of Growth Purple Deciduous

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.

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