Astrantia major Description
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spreading clumps of decorative dark green leaflets appear in spring, followed by repeated plumes of crimson flowers. Ideally suited to planting informally near water / woodland. 70cm tall X 70cm.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Astrantia major:
- Sun loving drought tolerant plant
- All round tough plant suitable for problem areas
- Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant
- Tolerates heavy clay soils
Weaknesses of Astrantia major
- Does not tolerate very dry or very wet soils
Design & Plant Use for Astrantia major:
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
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Common Missspellings: Astrantea, Estrantia, Astraintia