Astrantia major subsp. involucrata
Astrantia major subsp. involucrata
Longer than normal white bracts with green tips. Seed raised from the lovely plant by our nursery gate. Up to 80cm.
Size
£ 6.00
In stock - more than 30
100% Peat Free
Description
Longer than normal white bracts with green tips. Seed raised from the lovely plant by our nursery gate. Repeat flowers if cut back. Up to 80cm. Seed needs a period of chilling before it will germinate. Soak overnight in water then sow on a seed tray, cover with grit and leave outside. Or mix seed with damp vermiculate, place in plastic bag in fridge for around 8 weeks, checking reguarly.
At A Glance
| Common Name | Hattie's pincushion, Masterwort |
| Type | Hardy Perennial |
| Height | 60cm to 90cm |
| Colour | white |
| Spread Rate | moderate |
| Flowering | early summer |
| Soil Type | moist,normal,drained |
| Aspect | part-shade,sun |
| Pollination | Attractive to pollinators |
Sue's Notes
Seed raised from the lovely plant by our nursery gate which always attracts visitors attention with its large white and green flowers. We are often asked if this plant is 'Shaggy' or 'Moira Reid'. We don't know - but we do know that it is lovely.