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Sanguisorba minor

Pimpinelle

Common names: Little Meadow Sedge, Pimpernel

Pimpinelle

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Description

The Pimpinelle has finely feathered leaves that taste subtly of cucumber and nut, making it a perfect addition to Frankfurt's green sauce. This hardy, evergreen perennial provides fresh green foliage even in mild winters.

Care instructions

Plant Pimpinelle in a sunny spot with well‑draining, calcareous soil; it tolerates dry conditions well. Harvest young, tender leaves regularly and remove flower heads to encourage fresh growth. The plant will readily self‑seed in suitable locations.

Soil & site

Soil pH

4.0pH 6.5–88.0

Soil type

sandy, loamy, well-drained, dry, lean, lime-loving

LightFull sun
HardinessHardy
Water needLow

Feeding

Light feeder

Companion planting

Good neighbors

amaryllis family (Amaryllidaceae)

You can plant garlic and chives under strawberries and roses; their scent repels aphids and other pests.

For example GarlicOnionLeekChivesDaffodilRocambole and 12 more species in the catalogue

Source: Bio-Gärtnerei Mixed Culture Practice

Companion planting is partly traditional gardening lore. Where the reason is known, it is given.

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