Astrantia major ‘Rubra’ – Bold, Deep Red Blooms for a Striking Garden Accent
Astrantia major ‘Rubra’ is a standout perennial that brings dramatic beauty to the garden with its rich, deep red flowers surrounded by delicate white bracts. Blooming from early to mid-summer, these star-shaped blossoms rise above dark green foliage, offering a stunning contrast that draws the eye and adds elegance to shaded borders, woodland gardens, or mixed perennial beds. Compact yet bold, ‘Rubra’ is an ideal choice for adding long-lasting colour to moist, well-drained soil while attracting bees and butterflies. Hardy, low-maintenance, and visually captivating, it’s a must-have for any garden looking to make a statement.
Why Grow Astrantia major ‘Rubra’?
Rich Red Starry Blooms – Deep red flowers surrounded by white bracts create a bold, eye-catching display.
Pollinator-Friendly – A magnet for bees and butterflies, enriching the biodiversity of your garden.
Compact & Clump-Forming – Forms a tidy, bushy habit that fits well in smaller spaces, containers, or borders.
Shade-Tolerant & Moisture-Loving – Thrives in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil, making it ideal for shaded corners or woodland gardens.
Hardy & Low-Maintenance – Fully hardy and resistant to pests, with minimal care required once established.
Planting & Care Guide
Position – Prefers partial shade but will tolerate full sun in cooler climates with adequate moisture. Best for shaded borders, woodland gardens, or beneath taller shrubs.
Soil – Thrives in moist, well-drained soil. It prefers slightly alkaline, rich soil but adapts to most garden conditions.
Watering – Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods, to encourage healthy blooms and foliage.
Maintenance:
- Deadhead spent flowers to maintain a tidy appearance and encourage more blooms.
- Cut back the plant in late autumn after flowering to promote fresh growth in spring.
- Apply mulch around the base in spring to retain moisture and add nutrients to the soil.
- Divide clumps every few years to prevent overcrowding and promote vigour.
Perfect Plant Combinations
Astrantia major ‘Rubra’ pairs beautifully with other shade-loving plants like Heucheras, Hostas, and Ferns for a lush, textured planting scheme. For a more dramatic effect, combine it with Astilbe, Brunnera, or Pulmonaria for complementary colours. It also works well with late-season bloomers such as Echinacea and Sedum, offering a deep red contrast to their softer tones.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.