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Astrantia major 'Claret'

Also Known As

  • Masterwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Astrantia major 'Claret' plant details

Astrantia major 'Claret' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer burgundy and red 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 major 'Claret'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and red blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major 'Claret'

USDA Zones: 4a - 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

A dark drama is played out when 'Claret' is cast in a supporting role at the shady edge of the garden border. Dark red
Seedlings of A.' Ruby Wedding', most turn out as dark. The main season is early summer, usually re-blooms with some moisture and food. Best color in sun.

Gardening facts about Astrantia major 'Claret' plant

How to Grow Astrantia major 'Claret'

  • 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

    • red
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 24"-30"

Width: 9"-25"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 24"-36"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 1'-2'

  • sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

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Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 12"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 18"-23"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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