Astrantia major
Botanical Name
Astrantia major
Hardiness
Zones 4 to 7
Height
24 to 36 inches
Width
12 to 18 inches
Flowers
Late spring to early summer: greenish white, pink, purple, red
Light
Part shade
Soil
Moist to wet, well-drained
Planting and Care
Masterwort does not tolerate drought or dry soils. Divide in spring or fall.
Problems
None serious
Varieties to Consider
'Star of Beauty' - 24-30", white and purple flowers
'Rubra' - Wine red flowers, 18-30"
'Sunningdale Variegated' - 24", variegated foliage, pinkish-white flowers