Water
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings once established.
Reduce watering in winter as growth slows.
Also known as Garden Burnet · Giant Pimpinella · Great Burnet
Greater Burnet-saxifrage (Pimpinella major) is a hardy perennial with aromatic foliage and clusters of white or pinkish flowers. It's native to Europe and parts of Asia.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Tolerates a wide range of temperatures, hardy in USDA zones 4-8.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from a light feeding in spring; avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, to keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between waterings once established.
Reduce watering in winter as growth slows.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and prevent self-seeding if desired. Cut back the plant in late autumn or early spring to remove dead or damaged foliage and maintain a tidy appearance.
This also helps promote new growth.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or early spring, either directly outdoors or in a cold frame. Division of established clumps in spring or autumn is also an effective method.
Ensure divisions have healthy roots and at least one growing point.
Pimpinella major is best left undisturbed once established. If repotting is necessary, for example, for container-grown plants, do so in early spring before new growth begins.
Use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Where Greater Burnet-Saxifrage (Pimpinella major) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Pimpinella |
| Species | Pimpinella major |
Similar in genus Pimpinella
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