Masterwort
Common Name: Masterwort
Genus: Astrantia
Species: major
Cultivar: 'Claret'
Skill Level: Beginner
Exposure: Full sun, Partial shade
Hardiness: Hardy
Soil type: Clay/heavy, Moist, Boggy
Height: 60cm
Spread: 45cm
Time to divide plants: March to May
Flowering period:
June
to
August
Astrantias are superb perennials for under trees, on a streambank or in a moist border. They will tolerate drier soils as long as the plants are mulched 'Claret' is a beautiful variety with deep red pincushion flowers. After flowering, plants can be rejuvenated by cutting them back close to the ground - fresh new foliage and a late crop of flowers start appearing shortly after. Plants do not spread far but are well-known for self seeding.
Looks good with:
Verbena bonariensisMonarda 'Croftway Pink'
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