Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty'
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Description
Astrantia major 'Star of Beauty' is admired for its attractive flowering heads with subtle pink hues that brighten up shaded or semi-shaded parts of the garden. This perennial works well as part of mixed borders, providing texture and form throughout the growing season.
It prefers positions ranging from full sun to part shade and is known to be hardy under typical UK garden conditions. The plant features a moderate growth rate and requires well-drained, moist soil for optimal health and flowering performance.
Plant information
| Genus | Astrantia |
|---|---|
| Species | major |
| Cultivar | Star of Beauty |
| Plant type | Perennial |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60-90cm |
| Spread | 45-60cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Toxicity (Guide Only) | Safe |
| Last listed | 2026-06-23 |
Position
Full SunPart Shade
Flower colour
Pink
Flowering months
AprMayJun
Season of interest
SpringSummer
Features
Bee FriendlyButterfly FriendlyPollinator FriendlySuitable for PotsLow Maintenance
Soil
Any SoilClayChalkSandLoamMoistWell DrainedNeutralAlkaline