Flowers
Astrantia major -
Greater Masterwort
Herbaceous perennial with dainty pink, green and white flowers, which are fun to examine close up. Masterworts are beneficial, and this variety is on the RHS Plants for Pollinators list. A succession of soft, pink, domed flowerheads appear in midsummer. These are held above rosettes of deep green, finely cut leaves. Great for impact towards the back of a border
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 90cm
- Spread
- 45cm
Growing calendar
Sowing & growing
Sow under cover from Sep-March, into seed compost at 18-22°C for 2-4 weeks. Seeds will need to cold stratify for 4-6 weeks before moving back to area of 18°C. Germination may take time. Direct sow Sep-Dec or leave seeds sown in pots outdoors for germination the following spring. Acclimatise plants started under cover before planting out.
Aftercare
Deadhead regularly to encourage more flowers during growing season.
Gallery
Ref. SEA015