ASTRANTIA major 'Claret'

Commonly known as Masterwort, Melancholy gentleman

Dark red flowers in summer
Further Reading....
  • Deciduous
    Deeply 3- to 7-lobed, toothed, basal leaves 8-15cm (3-6in) long
  • Red
    Dark red
  • Height
    1m (39in)
  • Spread
    45cm (18in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Clump-forming perennial. Produces flowers in umbels 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) across.
  • Very hardy
    Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade

ASTRANTIA major 'Claret'

 
Available late spring to early summer 2025 - Spring according to the Met Office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore late spring is mid-April onwards. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
£14.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 3+ for £12 each
Delivery Information Available late spring to early summer 2025
plant size comparison icon 1.5 to 2 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Wildlife plant - insects
    Pests & Diseases
    Slugs, aphids, powdery mildew.
    Place of origin
    Central and eastern Europe
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suitable for a moist border
    Cottage garden
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile moist well-drained soil
    Humus-rich
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
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Astrantia - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
1m (39in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Watering Can
  45cm (18in)
  

Useful extras...

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Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
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Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50

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