Illustrative photo.
Astrantia 'CLARET' masterwort
size/type
low perennial,low perennial
usual height
0,4-0,6m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
June-August
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Masterwort is an elegant perennial with 40-50 cm long stems with purple-pink flowers. They come out from the end of spring until mid-summer. Deadheading will prevent from self-seeding. Palmate leaves are 5-lobed, mid-green, and attractive. It likes moist and humus rich soil but once established it will tolerate summer drought. Fully hardy to about -34°C (USDA zone 4).
Last update 08-06-2008.
