Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Pimpinella lutea, the yellow burnet saxifrage, is a herbaceous perennial producing clusters of small, yellow flowers in summer. It thrives in well-drained soil and partia
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
50% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect light or dappled shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Consistent Moisture
50% intensity
Allow topsoil to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage.
Loam
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 15-24°C. Can tolerate cooler temperatures, but protect from frost.
Light Feeding
25% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted in spring. Avoid over-fertilizing.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry.
Reduce watering slightly during winter dormancy, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Remove spent flower stalks after blooming to encourage a tidier appearance and potentially a second bloom. Cut back dead or damaged foliage in late autumn or early spring.
Minimal pruning is generally required for this species.
Propagate from seed sown in spring or early autumn, either indoors or directly outdoors in a prepared bed. Division of established clumps in spring is also an effective method for increasing plant numbers.
Repot young plants annually in spring as needed, moving them to a slightly larger container. Mature plants are generally best left undisturbed in their pots or planted in situ. Ensure good drainage when repotting.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Yellow Burnet Saxifrage (Pimpinella lutea)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Apiales |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Genus | Pimpinella |
| Species | Pimpinella lutea |
Similar in genus Pimpinella
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