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Astrantia Major Star of Billion is a relatively new cultivar developed for the cut flower market. It typifies Astrantia form with its pincushion like umbels of flowers which it produces from June – September. As a fully hardy perennial it is a delight not just for the cottage garden but will find a happy home whatever style of planting you have. Star of Billion will grow slightly taller than most Astrantia reaching a height of around 75-90cm in 2-5 years and spread to a 45cm clump. The dark green, palmate foliage is crowned by the pincushion flowers which emerge as pale green and then mature to pinky-white, fading to white at the end of the season. Although it is a delicate looking plant with taller stems there is no need to stake the blooms – it is sturdier than its looks would indicate. Plant in full sun or semi shade ensuring that the soil is moisture retentive to make the most of this bee friendly garden stalwart.
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Key Information
| Latin Name | Astrantia major Star of Billion 9cm pot |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Hattie’s pincushion, Masterwort |
| Hardiness | H7 (-20°C and below) |
| Colour | White |
| Type | Perennial |
| Format | 9cm Pots |
| Position | Full-Sun, Part-Shade, Part-Sun |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height in Maturity (m) | 0.75 m |
| Spread in Maturity (m) | 0.60 |
| Soil Conditions | Chalk Clay Loam Sand |
| Soil Acidity | Acid Alkaline Neutral |
| Aspect | East-facing, South-facing, West-facing |
| Good for pots | Yes |
| Good for wildlife | Yes |
| Good for pollinators | Yes |
| Good for cutting | Yes |
| Good for groundcover | Yes |
