Overview
Astrantia bavarica is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Astrantia, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Astrantia bavarica grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Astrantia bavarica is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Astrantia genus, known for forming clumps of deciduous, palmately lobed basal leaves. It produces upright, slender stems that bear dense clusters of small flowers surrounded by a whorl of prominent bracts. This cultivar thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered aspect with moist but well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for flower borders, beds, and underplanting of roses and shrubs, with interest in both spring and summer seasons.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Astrantia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Astrantia bavarica size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Astrantia bavarica
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Astrantia leaf miner
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Astrantia bavarica?
Astrantia bavarica prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Astrantia bavarica need?
Astrantia bavarica is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Astrantia bavarica hardy in the UK?
Astrantia bavarica has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Astrantia bavarica?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring.
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