Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' - 2026

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

Thriving in moist, humus-rich soils, Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' 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 pollinator-friendly blooms make it a reliable addition to perennial borders or mixed shade plantings.