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Astrantia major 'Snow Star' is a perennial with lobed green leaves. Delicate papery white flowers, flushed with green, on elegant wiry stems
Astrantia major 'Snow Star'

Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’

£5.95

(37 customer reviews)

A clump forming perennial with lobed green leaves.  Delicate papery white flowers, flushed with green, on elegant wiry stems from June to September.  Height 60cm.  Spread 45cm.  Full sun/partial shade.  Prefers moist soil.  Hardy.

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Description

Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ is a stunning clump-forming perennial known for its delicate white pincushion flowers, often tinged with green. Perfect for borders, pollinator gardens, or adding elegance to shaded areas, Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ is a versatile choice for enhancing any garden. Use this comprehensive guide to help your plant thrive.

PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
  • Spring: Plant Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ in spring to allow the roots to establish before the active growing season. This ensures robust growth and a healthy display of blooms.
  • Autumn: Alternatively, plant in early autumn. This provides time for the plant to settle before winter dormancy, resulting in vigorous growth the following year.
Site Selection
  • Sunlight: Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ grows best in partial shade, though it can also tolerate full sun with adequate soil moisture. Choose a location where it can receive filtered sunlight or morning sun and afternoon shade for optimal growth.
  • Soil: Astrantia thrives in rich, moist, and well-drained soil. Incorporate organic matter, such as compost, to enhance fertility and improve moisture retention. The plant prefers soil that stays consistently damp but not waterlogged.
Planting Instructions
  1. Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and of the same depth. This allows Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ to spread its roots comfortably.
  2. Soil Enrichment: Mix organic compost or well-rotted manure into the soil to improve its structure and nutrient content.
  3. Planting: Position the plant so the crown sits at soil level. Gently backfill the hole, pressing the soil lightly to eliminate air pockets.
  4. Watering: Thoroughly water the plant after planting to settle the soil around the roots and encourage establishment.
Watering Requirements
  • Growing Season: Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season. Astrantia benefits from regular watering, particularly in dry spells. Avoid letting the soil dry out completely, as the plant prefers damp conditions.
  • Dormant Season: Reduce watering in late autumn and winter when Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ is dormant. Ensure the soil remains moist but not soggy.
Feeding
  • Spring: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support healthy growth and abundant flowering for your  Astrantia.
  • Mid-Summer: A second light feeding during mid-summer can help sustain blooming and vigour throughout the season.
Pruning and Deadheading
  • Deadheading: Remove spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering and maintain a tidy appearance. This also redirects energy to new growth.
  • Autumn Pruning: Once flowering has finished in autumn, cut back Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ to ground level. This helps prepare the plant for winter dormancy and ensures healthier growth the following spring.
Mulching
  • Spring: Apply a layer of organic mulch around the base of your Astrantia in spring to retain soil moisture, regulate temperature, and suppress weeds.
  • Winter: Add a protective mulch layer in winter to insulate the roots from extreme cold and prevent frost heaving.
Supporting the Plant
  • Staking: While Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ generally has strong stems, staking may be necessary in exposed areas or if planted in windy conditions to prevent damage.
Final Tips

Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’ is a low-maintenance perennial that adds elegance to shaded borders or cottage gardens. It thrives in fertile, moist soil with partial shade and benefits from regular watering and occasional feeding. By deadheading spent blooms and mulching in spring and winter, you can ensure your Astrantia remains healthy and vibrant throughout the growing season.

 

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Additional information

Pot Size

Plant Botanical Type

Perennial (herbaceous)
Flower Colour

White
Leaf Colour

Green
Varigated Leaf

No
Scent

No
Height

0.6m
Spread

0.45m
Blooms/foliage interest in

Summer, Autumn
Evergreen

No
Hardiness

Winter to -10C
Container

Borders and Containers
Sun/shade

Full sun, partial shade
Soil Type

Loam (normal)
Soil PH

Neutral
Drainage

Moist Soil
Hazerdous

No
Insect Attraction

Bees

37 reviews for Astrantia major ‘Snow Star’

  1. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Very healthy plant and arrived on time.

  2. John P. (verified owner) –

    Same comment

  3. Mary Pirie (verified owner) –

    Plants all arrived looking good. This, and others, was very good-looking bound. Glad I potted on to 10″ pots immediately.

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  5. Enid Craven (verified owner) –

    Packaging Superb!! Best ever from any plant supplier, and I have used lots. Not a crumb of compost in carton, plants moist enclosed in plastic bag in plant pot and well supported with upright canes. Plants are decent size and heathy. Planted up, doing well. Would recommend Proctors, for the packaging alone!! Plants great as well

  6. Gillian J. (verified owner) –

    Fantastic well established healthy plant, speedy delivery arrived well packaged recommended seller would use again delighted with this purchase*****

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  8. Beth (verified owner) –

    Great quality and delivery quick and packaged well – will not bespattered to recommend company

  9. T (verified owner) –

    Arrived healthy. Planted and still looks good.

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  15. David Cobb (verified owner) –

    Slowly starting to grow on…

  16. Sue H. (verified owner) –

    Can’t wait to see this in my garden and flower once the frosts have gone

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  19. Jane M. (verified owner) –

    Healthy specimens, with good root system- just need to wait patiently now.

  20. Alan G. (verified owner) –

    Ditto

  21. Marion Clamp (verified owner) –

    Lovely people, so helpful and all of the plants are in excellent condition when they arrive.

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  23. Zena McCalmont (verified owner) –

    Great plant, very healthy and lots of roots.

  24. Anne Brown (verified owner) –

    Good delivery time. Plants arrived carefully packed and undamaged. They are dormant but appear in good condition.

  25. Liz (verified owner) –

    Nice, well grown plant delivered in very good condition.

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  27. Judy G. (verified owner) –

    I am very happy with the plant. Healthy and very well packed.

  28. Kay C. (verified owner) –

    Plant in good condition

  29. Shirley Fooks (verified owner) –

    Brilliant plants, brilliant service have recommended you to friends.After just by chance order on Amazon I found you.
    Plants very well packed and arrive secure and in good condition.

  30. Elizabeth Dooley (verified owner) –

    Once again I’m very happy. Very healthy plant. I highly recommend proctors nursery. Great value plants.

  31. Anonymous (verified owner) –

    Excellent plants and well packrd

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  35. Daniel (verified owner) –

    Plants arrived quickly, beautifully packed and in great condition.

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