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Astrantia major rubra

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 75 - 90 cm (2.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Astrantia major rubra (Hattie's pincushion) bears bright red blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers, mass planting and woodland.