Astrantia - Star of Billions
Best perennial for gardeners looking to brighten up shady woodland spaces.
These creamy, dome-shaped blooms bring a sophisticated, woodland aesthetic to the darkest corners of your garden. While they demand a bit of patience to establish, the reward is a season-long display of architectural foliage and pollinator-friendly flowers that thrive where most perennials simply fade away.
$7.77
Who it's for
- Floral designers seeking unique, long-lasting stems for arrangements
- Busy gardeners needing deer-resistant, low-maintenance perennials
- Landscapers wanting continuous color throughout the summer and fall
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in arid climates with sandy or dry soil
- Low-effort gardeners wanting to avoid frequent maintenance tasks
- Residents in hot climates lacking shaded planting spots
Performance breakdown
Shade Tolerance
Thrives in dappled light where most flowering perennials struggle to bloom.
Pollinator Impact
Dome-shaped blooms act as a magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Bloom Longevity
Provides consistent visual interest from early summer well into the fall.
Foliage Appeal
Deeply cut green leaves offer architectural texture even when not flowering.
Hardiness Reliability
Dependable perennial performance for gardeners in zones four through seven.
Planting Ease
Bare root format requires careful crown placement for optimal establishment.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
4 - 7
Height
18 – 30 inches
Spread
18 – 30 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Partial Sun
Water Requirement
Moderate
Bloom Season
Early Summer to Early Fall
Planting Depth
Crown 1/2" below soil line
Includes
1 bare root Astrantia
Plant Life Cycle
Perennial
Pollinator Attraction
Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies
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