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Product Description
Clusters of tiny, pinkish-lilac flowers surrounded by a rosette of papery, petal-like bracteoles veined at the tip with deep violet. Commonly known as greater masterwort, or 'melancholy gentleman', Astrantia are a distinctive and extremely photogenic plant, flowering June to August and also producing elegant, wiry stems and mounds of deep green foliage. Masterwort is a as popular a cut flower as it is a bedding plant, so we recommend planting more that you need in the garden to ensure an abundance are left for striking bouquets and vases. They are happiest in dappled shade and prefer moist, humus-rich soil. Height 60-80cm. Supplied as first grade loose roots.
Plant Size
| Mature Height | 80 cm |
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| Mature Spread | 45 cm |
| Plant Spacing | 45 cm |
| Annual Growth | 55 cm |
Planting Notes
| Planting | Plant with soil firmly surrounding the roots. |
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| Soil Type | Humus rich, fertile and well drained soil |
Growing at a glance…
If clumps become too large after flowering, you can easily split and transplant them into smaller groups. This amazing clump forming perennial is best when planted in prepared, well dug humus rich soil. Ensure that good drainage is provided and plant in full sun, shade or partial shade. Soak roots in a bucket of water for 1-2 hours before planting. Dig a hole in the border that’s big enough to house the root system. Firm in gently and water well.