Astrantia major Star of Beauty

Masterwort

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Type: Perennials
Height: Medium 20-24" (Plant 18-24" apart)
Bloom Time: Early Summer to Early Fall
Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Half Sun/ Half Shade
Zones: 3-9   Find Your Zone
Soil Condition: Normal, Clay
Flower / Accent: Burgundy / White
Patent: Pending
Pot Size: 3.5" square x 4" deep

Mauve pink florets explode above the white bracts tipped in burgundy. Plant Astrantia near a patio or walkway where you can marvel at the intricate detail of this unique flower. Each pincushion-like bloom is prized for fresh or dried floral arrangements. Picking flowers results in even more blooms.

For added interest, bracts will remain attractive after flowers fade. Astrantia have been cultivated in Britain since the 16th century.

Features to Note:

  • Good for Cut Flowers
  • Blooms for 4 Weeks or More
  • Good for Dried Flowers
  • Wet Site Tolerant
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Astrantia General Information:

Flowerheads remain attractive for a long time. Astrantia are an old cottage-garden favorite, but works well in contemporary-style gardens, too. Use towards the front of a sunny, yet moist border, or at a woodland edge. Excellent filler plant and cut flower.

Astrantia Plant Care:

Astrantia love any moist soil. They do not like to dry out. Can be cut back to new growth at base of plant if foliage declines in hot summers. Leave new basal growth for winter. Divide in spring or fall every 4-5 years.

$14.95 ea.
(3+) $14.50 ea.
Ships: Fall 2016
Plant Code: ASSB