Overview
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Astrantia, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is a holder of the RHS Award of Garden Merit and attractive to pollinators. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' is a deciduous perennial characterized by its sizable, dark red blooms featuring spiky, pincushion-like centers. This robust cultivar establishes itself rapidly and produces multiple flowering cycles throughout the season.
About the genus
Astrantia is a group of herbaceous perennials that grow in clumps, featuring basal leaves that are palmately lobed. The plants develop upright, slender stems that showcase dense clusters of small flowers, which are encircled by a whorl of prominent bracts.
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, Poorly-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, North-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor'
- Cultivation
- Best grown in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil in sun or partial shade but will tolerate drier conditions
- Pruning
- Deadhead before seed is ripe to prevent self-seeding
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe or propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to astrantia leaf miner
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews and astrantia leaf miner
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor'?
Best grown in moist, fertile, humus-rich soil in sun or partial shade but will tolerate drier conditions.
Where is the best place to plant Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor'?
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' need?
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' 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 to poorly-drained.
How do I prune Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor'?
Deadhead before seed is ripe to prevent self-seeding.
How big does Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' grow?
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' hardy in the UK?
Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' has a UK hardiness rating of H7.
How do I propagate Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor'?
Propagate by seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe or propagate by division in spring.
Is Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' good for pollinators?
Yes — Astrantia 'Burgundy Manor' attracts and supports pollinators such as bees and other beneficial insects.