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Masterwort

Astrantia Major

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Overview

Astrantia major, commonly known as Masterwort, thrives in partial shade, appreciating moist, fertile soil. This perennial displays intricate, pincushion-like blooms, typically white or pink, set against palmate, dark green leaves. Flowering from June to August, it reaches 1.5 to 2.5 feet in height, with a similar spread. It’s ideal for border plantings and woodland gardens, attracting pollinators while resisting deer. Zones 4 to 7 ensure successful growth in varied climates.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 4–7Climate Mediterranean
Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — Astrantia major, commonly known as Masterwort, thrives in partial shade, appreciating moist, fertile soil

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–7

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Apiaceae (Umbelliferae)
Climate
Mediterranean

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Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — annual / herb for half or shade; masterwort rewards gardeners with a long-lasting and ethereal addition to their, image 145
Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — Astrantia major, commonly known as Masterwort, thrives in partial shade, appreciating moist, fertile soil; it‚Äôs, image 146
Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — This perennial displays intricate; typically reaching a size of 1.5 to 2.5 feet tall and 1 to 1.5 feet wide, image 147
Masterwort (Astrantia Major) — Masterwort rewards gardeners with a long-lasting and ethereal addition to their outdoor spaces; zones 4 to 7 ensure, image 142

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