Product Description
Overview
Purple Astrantia Flower Seeds grow into stunning perennial plants admired for their intricate, star-shaped blooms surrounded by papery bracts in rich shades of purple. Known commonly as Masterwort, Astrantia is cherished for its refined beauty, long blooming season, and ability to thrive in partially shaded garden areas. Perfect for cottage gardens, mixed borders, woodland edges, and cut-flower arrangements, this perennial adds elegance, texture, and consistent color to garden spaces.
Features
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Premium-quality, non-GMO Purple Astrantia Flower Seeds
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Produces unique star-shaped purple blooms with delicate bracts
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Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and cottage-style landscapes
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Long blooming period in summer
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Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators
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Excellent for cut flowers and floral arrangements
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Hardy, low-maintenance perennial
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Adds rich texture and elegance to shaded or partially shaded areas
Specifications
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Plant Type: Perennial
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Common Name: Astrantia, Masterwort
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Scientific Name: Astrantia major / Astrantia maxima
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Variety: Purple Flowering Type
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GMO Status: Non-GMO
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Heirloom: Yes
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Growth Season: Spring–summer
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USDA Zones: 4–9
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Sun Exposure: Partial shade to full sun (prefers cooler areas)
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Soil Type: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
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Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer
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Plant Height: 18–30 inches
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Spacing: 12–18 inches
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Watering: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
Planting Guide
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Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow outdoors
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Seed Preparation: Stratification recommended (refrigerate for 4–6 weeks)
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Sowing Depth: Lightly cover seeds (0.3 cm)
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Germination Time: 21–60 days (slow but rewarding)
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Ideal Temperature: 16–20°C
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Transplanting: Move outdoors when seedlings are strong and frost-free
