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Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red'

Also Known As

  • Sparkling Stars Red Masterwort

Plant type

perennial

size

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red' plant details

    Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: apiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, dried-arrangements, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Tidy dark green leafy mounds are the stage for 2’ upright stems with clusters of pin cushion flowers made up of sparkling, dark red to reddish-purple florets May to July. Protect from hot PM sun, keep moist (takes wet), organic soil. Nice cut flower, attracts pollinators.

    Gardening facts about Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red' plant

    How to Grow Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red'

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rich
    • Water Needs

      • regular
    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - bright shade

    Features

    • Flower Color

      • red
    • Foliage Color

      • green
    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous
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