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Astrantia major subsp. involucrata

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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. Limited stock of 2025 seed available. Around 25 seeds per pack

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£ 6.00
In stock - more than 30 100% Peat Free
Pollinators

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.