The catalog/Species
Astrantia major
Cultivars
'Claret'
Astrantia major
Astrantia ‘Claret’ is a compact perennial valued for its deep wine‑red, pincushion‑style blooms that appear from early to mid‑summer. The rich ruby flowers rise above fresh green, deeply cut foliage, adding refined color and texture to shaded or partially shaded gardens. Thriving in part shade to full sun, ‘Claret’ prefers moist, well‑drained soil and benefits from steady watering. Naturally deer‑ and rabbit‑resistant and hardy in zones 4–7, it’s a reliable choice for woodland borders, mixed plantings, and lightly shaded landscapes, offering long‑lasting seasonal interest.
'Roma'
Astrantia major
Astrantia ‘Roma’ is a compact perennial known for its soft rose‑pink, pincushion‑style blooms that appear from early to mid‑summer. The silvery‑pink bracts and finely cut green foliage create a gentle, elegant presence in borders and woodland gardens. Thriving in part shade to full sun, ‘Roma’ prefers moist, well‑drained soil and benefits from steady watering. Naturally deer‑ and rabbit‑resistant and hardy in zones 4–7, it offers reliable color, texture, and long‑lasting seasonal interest in lightly shaded landscapes.
'Star of Beauty'
Astrantia major
Astrantia 'Star of Beauty' is a floriferous perennial prized for its dome-shaped flower clusters of tiny white blooms with magenta-purple tips, surrounded by elegant papery bracts. Blooming from early to late summer, it thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial shade, making it ideal for woodland gardens and shaded borders. Resistant to deer and tolerant of wet conditions, it adds texture and long-lasting interest to mixed plantings.
'Star of Billions'
Astrantia major
Astrantia 'Star of Billions' is a floriferous perennial known for its dome-shaped clusters of tiny pink flowers, surrounded by elegant papery bracts. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial to full shade. Its deeply cut green foliage adds texture, while its long-lasting blooms attract pollinators and make excellent cut flowers. Resistant to deer and tolerant of wet conditions, it is a valuable addition to woodland gardens and shaded borders.
'Star of Fire'
Astrantia major
Astrantia 'Star of Fire' is a striking perennial known for its deep burgundy-red blooms with white centers, surrounded by dark, papery bracts. Blooming from early summer to early fall, it thrives in rich, moist, well-drained soil and prefers partial shade. Its long-lasting flowers attract pollinators and make excellent cut flowers, while its compact habit suits borders, woodland gardens, and mixed plantings.