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Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty'
Also Known As
- Astrantia 'Star of Beauty'
- Astrantia 'Temptation Star'
- Masterwort
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-24"
- W: 12"-18"
planting zones
- 5a-9b
Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty' plant details
Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer burgundy 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 'Star of Beauty'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: apiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
- Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in summer
- Uses: border plant, clumping, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty'
- 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 major 'Star of Beauty' plant
How to Grow Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty'
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
- 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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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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- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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