Overview
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Astrantia, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR 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, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Astrantia major 'Venice' is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Apiaceae family, commonly known as masterwort 'Venice'. This deciduous plant grows to a height and spread of 0.5 to 1 metre, reaching full size within 2 to 5 years. It thrives in full sun or partial shade and is suitable for all garden aspects, including east, north, south, and west-facing positions. 'Venice' prefers moist but well-drained soil, adaptable to chalk, clay, or loam with acid, alkaline, or neutral pH. It is an exposed plant of interest during spring and summer seasons.
About the genus
Astrantia is a genus of herbaceous plants in the family Apiaceae, native to Central, Eastern and Southern Europe and the Caucasus. There are several species, which have aromatic roots, palmate leaves, and decorative flowers. They are commonly known as great masterwort or masterwort which may also refer to other plants, particularly the unrelated Peucedanum ostruthium.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Astrantia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring
- Pest resistance
- Astrantia leaf miner, Slugs, Snails, Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR?
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR need?
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay and loam. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR grow?
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR hardy in the UK?
Astrantia major 'Venice'PBR 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 'Venice'PBR?
Seed sown in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe, Division in spring.
More in the Astrantia genus
- Astrantia 'Roma'Masterwort
- Astrantia major 'Capri'Great Masterwort
- Astrantia major 'Shaggy'Great Masterwort
- Astrantia 'Moulin Rouge'Masterwort
- Astrantia 'Shaggy'Masterwort