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.

Plant calendar

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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
Plants that go well with Astrantia 'Rubra'
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