Astrantia maxima
Thimbles of rose-pink. Who knew a carrot could be so pretty?
Description:
Intriguing thimbles of rose-pink held above pink bracts on this European carrot relative. Flowers are long lasting and the plants flexible for many light situations including full sun with even moisture. An excellent cut flower for long lasting bouquets.
Common Name: Large Masterwort
Family: Apiaceae (The Carrot/Parsley Family)
Zone Hardiness: 4-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun, Part Shade
Height: 12-24"
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour:
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Spring - Summer
Soil Moisture: Moist, Average
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries: No
Benefits: Bees
Deer Resistant: Unknown
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Mountain meadows, clearings, shrublands , 600-2000 metres.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
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