Variegated Masterwort (Astrantia major 'Sunningdale Variegated') | Perennials | Plants

Variegated Masterwort

Astrantia major 'Sunningdale Variegated'

Common Name: Variegated Masterwort
Genus: Astrantia
Species: major
Cultivar: 'Sunningdale Variegated'

The Greek translation of the word Astrantia refers to the star-like shape of the flower clusters on these plants.

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Category: Perennials

Height: 0.40 m (40 cm)
Spread: 0.40 m (40 cm)

Hardiness: Hardy
Growth Rate: Average
Flowering Period: July and August
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green, Variegated, Cream
Flower Colour: Green, White
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Clay/Heavy
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
Features: Has interesting foliage, Suitable for growing in containers

This herbaceous perennial has palmate leaves, variegated cream and white. It is best to grow Astrantia major ‘Sunningdale Variegated’ in full sun to maintain this leaf colour. The flowers are produced in summer, they are greenish white, and surrounded by light pink bracts.