Astrantia 'Star of Love'
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Astrantia 'Star of Love' is a captivating and enchanting perennial cultivar known for its delicate and intricate star-shaped flowers that exude a sense of romance and charm. This variety, a member of the masterwort family, showcases exquisite blooms in shades of deep ruby-red with contrasting white centers, creating a striking visual display. 'Star of Love' is highly valued for its long-lasting cut flowers, making it a popular choice for floral arrangements and bouquets. With its attractive foliage and ability to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, this cultivar is an excellent addition to borders, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens, adding a touch of elegance to any landscape.
Why We Like It:
- Romantic Star-Shaped Flowers: Astrantia 'Star of Love' boasts delicate and intricately shaped star-like flowers in deep ruby-red with contrasting white centers, evoking a sense of romance and beauty.
- Long-Lasting Cut Flowers: This cultivar's blooms have excellent vase life, making it a sought-after choice for floral arrangements and bouquets.
- Pollinator Attractant: 'Star of Love' attracts essential pollinators like bees and butterflies, promoting garden biodiversity and supporting local ecosystems.
What to Know:
- Sun and Soil Requirements: Astrantia 'Star of Love' thrives in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
- Watering Needs: Regular watering during the growing season is essential for healthy growth, and providing consistent moisture helps the plant flourish.
- Pruning Tips: Deadheading spent flowers encourages prolonged blooming and maintains the plant's neat appearance.
- Winter Care: In colder climates, providing winter protection, such as mulching, helps safeguard the plant during freezing temperatures.
- Propagation Methods: 'Star of Love' can be propagated through division or from seeds, offering opportunities for expanding its presence in the garden.
Flower Color:
- Astrantia 'Star of Love' captivates with its deep ruby-red star-shaped flowers adorned with contrasting white centers.
Flowering Months:
- June to September
Height and Spread:
- When fully grown, Astrantia 'Star of Love' reaches a height of approximately 40 to 60 centimeters, with a spread of about 30 to 45 centimeters.
