Product description
More commonly known as Hattie’s Pincushion or Masterwort, Astrantia Major Sparkling Stars Red is an attractive perennial suitable for growing in beds, borders, pots, and containers.
Reaching an eventual height and spread of up to 60cm, it has a compact growing habit with vibrant mid-green foliage forming mounds of greenery. In summer, tall flower stems appear, bearing attractive, unusual, star-shaped blooms of deep crimson red. These are surrounded by deep-red bracts and appear to twinkle in the sunlight, hence the name. The flowers are long lasting, blooming from June right through to August. They are a magnet for pollinators and make excellent cut flowers, lasting well in a vase of water.
These herbaceous perennials are low maintenance and easy to grow in any outdoor space. They prefer a spot in full sun or partial shade and thrive in moist but well-draining soil. Lightly prune after flowering to encourage fresh new foliage growth and keep the plant tidy. Astrantia Sparkling Stars Red is fully hardy and can survive almost anything the British weather throws its way. However, Astrantia plants grown in pots may need some additional winter protection to protect the roots against frost damage.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
Hattie's Pincushion
Astrantia 'Sparkling Stars Red'
Astrantia 'Sparkling Stars Red'
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Product description
More commonly known as Hattie’s Pincushion or Masterwort, Astrantia Major Sparkling Stars Red is an attractive perennial suitable for growing in beds, borders, pots, and containers.
Reaching an eventual height and spread of up to 60cm, it has a compact growing habit with vibrant mid-green foliage forming mounds of greenery. In summer, tall flower stems appear, bearing attractive, unusual, star-shaped blooms of deep crimson red. These are surrounded by deep-red bracts and appear to twinkle in the sunlight, hence the name. The flowers are long lasting, blooming from June right through to August. They are a magnet for pollinators and make excellent cut flowers, lasting well in a vase of water.
These herbaceous perennials are low maintenance and easy to grow in any outdoor space. They prefer a spot in full sun or partial shade and thrive in moist but well-draining soil. Lightly prune after flowering to encourage fresh new foliage growth and keep the plant tidy. Astrantia Sparkling Stars Red is fully hardy and can survive almost anything the British weather throws its way. However, Astrantia plants grown in pots may need some additional winter protection to protect the roots against frost damage.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Depending on seasonality, deciduous plants may be supplied in their dormant state and without leaves. This plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Plants may also be pruned back, lower than stated heights, to encourage new growth.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Deadhead spent blooms to promote a longer flowering period.
How to Water
Water regularly, particularly during dry spells.
How to Plant
Dig in plenty of garden compost and plant in spring or autumn in rich, moist but well-draining soil. Astrantia grows well in full sun or partial shade but prefers a little shelter from strong afternoon sun. Create a hole slightly wider than the root ball and position the plant before backfilling, firming gently as you go. Water in well after planting.
