Astrantia maxima

Masterwort

From £8.99
Supplied as First Grade Loose Roots
CODE KL310
Supplied as First Grade Loose Roots
CODE KL311
First Grade Loose Roots
Delivery within 28 days
  • Suitable for planting in sunny and partially shaded locations
  • Suitable for growing in pots and containers
  • Excellent for cut flowers
  • Summer flowering time
  • Green foliage colour
  • Pink flowering Colour

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Product Description

Broad pink bracts formed in a rosette around a tight cluster of dainty pink flowers. Commonly known as the greater or largest masterwort, the larger flowers of Astrantia maxima are beautiful and extremely photogenic, a must have addition to a summer bouquet. Besides being an excellent cut flower and very popular, (we recommend you plant more than you need in a garden for this reason) Astrantia are a useful addition to a bed or border. They are happiest in dappled shade and prefer moist, humus-rich soil. They hold the RHS Award of Garden Merit due to their reliability, stability of colour and good resistance to pests and diseases. Perpetual flowering from June to August. Height 50-70cm. Supplied as first grade loose roots.

Plant Size

Mature Height 60 cm
Mature Spread 45 cm
Plant Spacing 45 cm

Planting Notes

Planting Plant with soil firmly surrounding the roots.
Soil Type Moist, humus rich and fertile 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.

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