The Plants
Astrantia major 'Moulin Rouge'
masterwort
£8.99
One of the darkest Astrantia, with very dark red flowers surrounded by nearly black from June to August. It looks superb among damp garden borders, and nestled in moist soils next to ponds. A favourite amongst florists for both fresh and dried flower arrangements and is ideal for a cottage garden.
Type
- Perennials
Foliage: Deciduous
Hardiness: Hardy
Vigour: Medium growing
Uses
- Beds and borders
- Flower arranging
- Cottage style garden
- Woodland area
Special features
- Attractive to wildlife
- Low maintenance
- Ground cover
- Attractive to bees
Care instructions
Deadhead before seed is ripe to prevent self-seeding. 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. Spray for mildew during the growing season. Divide in Spring.
Dimensions
Size: Small
Pot size: 2 litre
Eventual height: 45cm
Eventual spread: 30cm
Positions
- Light shade
- Sun
Aspects
- South
- East
Soil types
- Sandy
- Normal
- Clay
Soil pH ranges
- Acid
- Neutral
- Alkaline