Astrantia major 'Star of Billion'
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Description
Astrantia major 'Star of Billion' is valued for its elegant flower heads, which feature attractive shades of pink to red. This perennial adds a soft yet vivid touch to cottage gardens or wildflower areas, encouraging pollinators while providing visual appeal.
It thrives best in full sun to part shade locations with moist but well-drained soil. The plant is generally fully hardy in the UK and grows at a moderate pace, making it suitable for gardeners seeking dependable and charming perennials.
Plant information
| Genus | Astrantia |
|---|---|
| Species | major |
| Cultivar | Star of Billion |
| 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