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Astrantia major Sparkling Star Red

Common name: Hattie’s pincushion, Masterwort

Mesmerizing crimson blooms, enduring beauty, and effortless elegance

-20°C and below
Good Cut Flowers
Good for Pollinators

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An exceptional perennial, Astrantia major ‘Sparkling Stars Red’ captivates with its delicate, star-shaped, crisp-crimson blooms, almost seeming to twinkle. Thriving in sun or partial shade, and gracing woodland gardens, borders, and cottage-style landscapes with its ethereal presence, its long-lasting flowers, borne atop sturdy stems, attract pollinators and add a touch of whimsy to any setting. Boasting a compact growth habit and low maintenance requirements, Astrantia 'Sparkling Stars Red' is a versatile addition to any garden, effortlessly blending with other perennials or shining as a standalone specimen. Whether planted ‘en masse’ for a boisterous pop of colour, or incorporated into mixed borders for added depth, this Astrantia major variety promises to elevate your outdoor space with its timeless allure. A fully hardy perennial which will reach a mature height and spread of around 60cm, plant in any moist, well-drained soil, facing any aspect.
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Key Information
Latin Name Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Red' bare root
Common Name Hattie’s pincushion, Masterwort
Hardiness H7 (-20°C and below)
Colour Red
Format Bare Roots
Position Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Height in Maturity (m) 0.60
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.60
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Aspect East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for pollinators Yes
Good for cutting Yes
Good for groundcover Yes

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