Astrantia maxima
Astrantia maxima commonly referred to as large masterwort is from the carrot family with thimbles of rose-pink flowers.
Description:
Aastrantia maxima is known as the large masterwort. It has intriguing thimbles of rose-pink, pincushion flowers held above pink bracts. The flower heads can be 2-3 inches wide, are long lasting, and are borne on branching stems above its lush green mound of foliage. Flexible for many light conditions with even moisture. Excellent in the mixed border, cottage, coastal and woodland gardens. Plant in drifts for maximum appeal. Excellent as cut flowers whether fresh or dried. Attracts bees. Deer resistant.
Common Name: Large Masterwort
Family: Apiaceae (The Carrot/Parsley Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: Pink
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring - Summer
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mountain meadows, clearings, shrublands , 600-2000 metres.
Award: AGM
Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
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