Astrantia carniolica 'Rubra'

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MasterwortPerennial, EvergreenFamily: Apiaceae

Flower colour:

Pink

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Shade Type:

Damp

Soil

Prefers rich soil:

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Astrantia carniolica 'Rubra'

Astrantias are superb perennials for growing under trees, on a stream bank or in a moist border. They prefer moist soils but will tolerate drier conditions as long as the plants are mulched. Astrantia carniolica 'Rubra' is a dwarf variety, growing no taller than 45cm. It bears rich maroon-coloured flowers and bright green bracts. It's ideal for growing in containers and makes an excellent cut flower.

After flowering, astrantias can be rejuvenated by cutting them back close to the ground – fresh new foliage and a late crop of flowers will appear shortly after. Astrantias don't spread far but are well known for self-seeding.

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Astrantia ‘Rubra’ and wildlife

Astrantia ‘Rubra’ is known for attracting bees and other pollinators. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths

Butterflies/​Moths

Is known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Astrantia ‘Rubra’ poisonous?

Astrantia ‘Rubra’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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