Astrantia major Sparkling Stars Pink

Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Pink' is a delightful addition to any garden, celebrated for its clusters of soft pink, star-shaped blooms that appear like intricate floral fireworks.

These unique Masterwort flowers are surrounded by a ring of papery bracts, creating an eye-catching display that stands out in borders and flower beds. With a blooming period stretching from late spring through to midsummer, this perennial provides long-lasting beauty that adds a touch of elegance to any outdoor space.

Perfect for British gardens, 'Sparkling Stars Pink' thrives in partial shade and well-drained, fertile soil, making it ideal for cottage-style gardens, shaded borders, and woodland edges. Growing to a height of approximately 60 cm and spreading up to 45 cm, this compact plant creates texture and interest when combined with other perennials like ferns or hostas.

Not only are these flowers visually captivating, but they also attract bees and other pollinators, boosting the biodiversity of your garden. Supplied as bare root plants, Astrantia 'Sparkling Stars Pink' establishes quickly and requires minimal maintenance, rewarding you with its exquisite blooms year after year. The charming flowers also make excellent cut blooms, perfect for bringing the garden indoors with fresh arrangements.

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Botanical Name: Astrantia major 'Sparkling Stars Pink'
Common Name: Great Masterwort
Flower Colour: Soft pink, star-shaped blooms with decorative bracts
Height: Up to 60 cm
Spread: Up to 45 cm
Flowering Period: Late spring to midsummer
Key Features: Unique, intricate blooms; excellent for shaded areas; attractive to bees and pollinators; great for cut flowers
Sunlight: Thrives in partial shade
Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil
Wildlife Attraction: Attracts bees and other pollinators
Supplied As: Bare root plants
Ideal For: Cottage gardens, shaded borders, and woodland gardens
Maintenance: Low-maintenance; easy to establish and care for
Planting Density: Approximately 4-6 plants per square metre
Time of dispatch: March and April
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