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    Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy'

    Also Known As

    • Masterwort

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 12"-30"
    • W: 12"-24"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy' plant details

    Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer pink and white 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 ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: apiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 30 IN - tall
    Flowers: pink and white blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, cutting garden, dried-arrangements

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy'

    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

    Not sure why people make such a big deal about this cultivar of Astrantia major. I don't consider it to be any different than the species, unless my clone is misnamed. However, Astrantia major as a species is a very cool plant and has a place in virtually any garden.

    By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

    “Outstandingly strong and bold,” is how the late British garden writer Christopher Lloyd referred to this ornate beauty. Especially long, soft-looking bracts, white and green-tipped, cradle delicate, frosty pale pink corsages and earn ‘Shaggy’ its name. Planted en masse and superimposed against Actaea, the sturdy striated stems and deeply cut spring green leaves make a verdurous statement. Blooms June – August.

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Gardening facts about Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy' plant

    How to Grow Astrantia major ssp. involucrata 'Shaggy'

    • 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

      • white
      • pink

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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