Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284

Also Known As

Star of Fire Masterwort

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-30"
W: 12"-20"

planting zones

4a-9a

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Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284 plant details

Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284 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 Fire' PP20284

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 12 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: burgundy and white blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284

USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' forms clumps of dark green, serrated, palmate foliage topped with branching stems of intriguing, deep purple red flowers. Masterworts bloom for months on end and are incredibly valuable for a range of light conditions from part shade to full sun. The detailing in their pincushion-like flowers with their subtending involucral bracts is intricate and beautiful. Pollinator attractor, especially bees and butterflies. Deer and rabbit resistant.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Zn 4. Green foliage with red flowers & purple stem

By: Little Prince of Oregon

Pin-cushion like flowers, with white and burgundy centers and deep burgundy bracts, bloom atop dark stems July through September. Herbaceous perennial grows 30" tall by 20" wide. Appreciates some summer water and will have deeper color with sunexposure. Minimum temperature: -30°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

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Gardening facts about Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284 plant

How to Grow Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' PP20284

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich