Astrantia Magical® Diamonds Red
Bold Color for Garden and Vase
Astrantia Magical® Diamonds Red produces rich, berry-red blooms on long, dark, sturdy stems, making it an exceptional choice for fresh-cut bouquets and floral arrangements. Deep-toned buds and dark foliage enhance its dramatic color contrast, while the intricate, pincushion-like flowers add unique texture and lasting beauty. Equally impressive in the landscape, this standout variety brings bold color and refined elegance to borders, cutting gardens, and naturalistic meadow plantings. Its long bloom period and reliable performance ensure season-long appeal both in the garden and in the vase.
Who Am I?
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Common Name:Magical® Diamonds Red masterwort
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Botanical Name:Astrantia major ‘Ruiastre'
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Type:Perennial
Cultural Details
TYPE
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Full sun to partial shade
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Nutritious soil (clay soil often makes for larger plants than poor sandy soil)
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Moist, well-drained, but avoid overly wet or dry conditions. For hot weather, water regularly
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4-8
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28-32’’ tall by 18’’ wide
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12'' x 12''
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Late Spring to early Fall
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Magenta
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Bees, butterflies, hoverflies and wasps
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None known
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First year: 90 stems per m²
Second year: 150 stems per m²
Third year: 150 stems per m²
Fourth year: 150 stems per m²
Fifth year: 150 stems per m²
Sixth year: 150 stems per m²
What Makes Me Special?
Pruning
Harvest stems when the bracts are fully colored and papery, but before seed set, for the best quality and longevity.
