The native burnet, which is botanically correct actually called small burnet or Sanguisorba minor, has been almost forgotten today - completely wrongly, because the very aromatic and healthy herb grows in almost every garden.
Sunny but not too dry
First of all: the burnet loves the sun and therefore prefers a sunny to partially shaded location. However, it should be as light as possible, but on no account too dry, otherwise the leaves will not develop much aroma. Therefore, the soil is at best moist, but not wet, because like so many plants, the burnet does not like waterlogging. It is also an advantage if the soil is as nutrient-rich (humus) and loose as possible. A pH value in the alkaline range is ideal, since the burnet needs quite a lot of lime.
tips and tricks
The plant should always be watered from below, otherwise it is quite susceptible to infestation with downy mildew. Incidentally, the same also applies if the leaves are often kept moist due to increased precipitation.
IJA