Overview
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Astrantia, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and gravel garden.
About
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings is a cultivar of the Astrantia genus, which comprises herbaceous perennials growing in clumps with basal, palmately lobed leaves. This deciduous plant produces upright, slender stems that bear dense clusters of small flowers surrounded by prominent bracts. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil, tolerating a range of soil types and pH levels. Suitable for various garden settings, including wildlife, city, cottage, and gravel gardens, it is hardy in the UK (H7) and is best propagated by division in spring.
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, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings
- Propagation
- Propagate by division in spring
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs, snails, aphids and astrantia leaf miner
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings?
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings need?
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings 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 major 'Lars' seedlings hardy in the UK?
Astrantia major 'Lars' seedlings 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 major 'Lars' seedlings?
Propagate by division in spring.
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