Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' (PBR)
Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' (PBR)
One of the best new red Astrantias I've seen. Deep red bracts tipped with black. To 80cm.
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Description
One of the best new red Astrantias I've seen. Deep red bracts tipped with black. Leaves edged in pink and black. Very long flowering. Stunning. To 80cm.
At A Glance
| Common Name | Hattie's pincushion, Masterwort 'Star of Fire' |
| Type | Hardy Perennial |
| Height | 60cm to 90cm |
| Colour | red |
| Spread Rate | moderate |
| Flowering | mid summer |
| Soil Type | moist,normal,drained |
| Aspect | part-shade,sun |
| Pollination | Attractive to pollinators |
Sue's Notes
Like most red Astrantias Star of Fire shows it's strongest colours when grown in plenty of sunlight. Does best in a moisture retentive soil, but OK on our sandy loam. We give it a bucket of water in summer in dry spells