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Astrantia 'Ruby Star'
Also Known As
- Astrantia 'Ruby Stars'
- Astrantia major 'Ruby Star'®
- Masterwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Astrantia 'Ruby Star' plant details
Astrantia 'Ruby Star' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer burgundy flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Astrantia 'Ruby Star'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: apiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: burgundy blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia 'Ruby Star'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Astrantia 'Ruby Star' plant
How to Grow Astrantia 'Ruby Star'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- burgundy
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 1'-2'
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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- even moisture - regular
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