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Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary'

Also Known As

  • Astrantia 'Bloody Mary'
  • Bloody Mary Masterwort

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary' plant details

Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer 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 'Bloody Mary'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary'

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

The name says it all: blood red flowers are held on dark stems above glossy dark green foliage. Astrantias are simultaneously subtle yet showy owing to the fine texture of their multiple florets, the colours provided by their subtending bracts and their strength in numbers as they are produced in good quantities on mature plants. ‘Bloody Mary’s’ effect is particularly bold.

Gardening facts about Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary' plant

How to Grow Astrantia major 'Bloody Mary'

  • 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
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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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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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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Zones

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Size

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

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  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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