Overview
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Astrantia, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Astrantia major 'Shaggy' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' is a clump-forming, deciduous perennial in the carrot family (Apiaceae), valued for its summer flower heads. It favours moist but well-drained soils and will grow in a range of soil types and pH conditions. Flowering runs from June to August, when greenish-white blooms carry reddish tonal highlights. The plant suits full sun to partial shade and tolerates both exposed and sheltered sites.
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
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Astrantia major 'Shaggy'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Astrantia leaf miner
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Astrantia major 'Shaggy'?
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Astrantia major 'Shaggy' need?
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' 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 'Shaggy' hardy in the UK?
Astrantia major 'Shaggy' 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 'Shaggy'?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring.
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