Astrantia major 'Claret'

Common Name:
Masterwort 'Claret'

Description:
Astrantia major 'Claret' is a striking herbaceous perennial prized for its rich, deep burgundy-red blooms and elegant form. The intricate, pin-cushion style flowers are surrounded by papery bracts, giving a star-like appearance that adds texture and colour to shaded or semi-shaded garden beds. Flowering prolifically from late spring into summer, ‘Claret’ is a standout in cottage-style gardens and perennial borders, especially when planted en masse. It performs best in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soils and appreciates consistent moisture through the warmer months. In Melbourne’s climate, it benefits from afternoon shade and a mulch layer to maintain cool root conditions. After flowering, the attractive seed heads add further interest, and the foliage remains tidy through most of the season. This variety is also excellent as a cut flower and dries well for arrangements.

Form:
*Shrub - Small
*Herbaceous

Mature Size:
*Height: 60 cm
*Width: 45 cm

Aspect:
*Part Shade
*Full Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Late Spring
*Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:
*Deep Burgundy
*Dark Red

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Bee Attracting
*Scented flowers
*Herbaceous
*Perennial
*Suitable for Cut Flowers
*Dried Flower Suitable

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:
*Heuchera
*Brunnera
*Hosta
*Astilbe
*Ferns
*Campanula

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public here