Product Description
Astrantia Pincushion Seeds for Planting – Grow Delicate, Star-Like Blooms for Elegant Garden Displays
Astrantia Pincushion Seeds produce unique, star-shaped flowers that add refined beauty to any garden setting. Known for their intricate, pincushion-style centers surrounded by papery bracts, Astrantia blooms are perfect for borders, beds, and cottage gardens. These non-GMO seeds thrive in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade, making them ideal for shady garden spots where other flowers may struggle. Their long-lasting blooms also attract butterflies and make excellent cut flowers.
Key Features
• Produces delicate, star-shaped pincushion blooms
• Ideal for borders, flower beds, and cottage gardens
• Non-GMO, high-germination seeds for consistent growth
• Thrives in partial shade and moist soils
• Long-lasting flowers for extended garden beauty
• Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators
• Excellent for fresh and dried floral arrangements
Specifications
• Common Name: Astrantia, Masterwort
• Botanical Name: Astrantia major
• Variety: Pincushion
• Flower Color: Pink, white, or mixed shades depending on growth
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Blooming Season: Late Spring to Late Summer
• Sun Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained, fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate to High; prefers consistent moisture
• Germination Time: 21–40 days
• Temperature Range: 10–22°C (50–72°F)
• Planting Depth: Surface sow; lightly press into soil
• Spacing: 12–18 inches
• Plant Height: 18–30 inches
• Maintenance Level: Moderate
• USDA Zones: 4–7
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Suitable For: Borders, beds, shaded gardens, cottage landscapes
Planting Guide
• Chill seeds in the refrigerator for 4–6 weeks to improve germination (cold stratification).
• Surface sow seeds on moist, well-drained soil; do not cover deeply.
• Place in partial shade for best growth.
• Keep soil consistently moist until seedlings establish.
• Thin seedlings to maintain proper spacing.
• Mulch around plants to help retain moisture.
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering.
