Astrantia major 'Ruby Cloud' - 2026

Astrantia major 'Ruby Cloud' is a captivating perennial featuring deep ruby-red, star-shaped flower umbels that rise above a compact mound of finely divided green foliage. Blooming from late spring to midsummer, its vibrant flowers provide a dramatic and eye-catching accent in borders, cottage gardens, or shaded woodland areas. The rich red tones attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing garden biodiversity while offering long-lasting visual interest. Its combination of striking blooms and textured foliage makes it an excellent choice for adding depth and colour to shaded garden spaces.

Thriving in moist, humus-rich soils, Astrantia major 'Ruby Cloud' prefers partial to full shade and performs best when the soil is kept consistently damp. Low-maintenance and hardy, it benefits from occasional deadheading to prolong flowering and may self-seed in suitable conditions. Its ornamental charm and ecological value make it a reliable and appealing addition to perennial borders or mixed shade plantings.