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Astrantia Magical® Red

Rich Ruby-Red Blooms for Garden and Vase

Astrantia Magical® Red produces rich ruby-red, pincushion-like blooms on sturdy stems, bringing outstanding color and texture to the garden. A reliable perennial, it thrives in cool, moist soil and rewards gardeners with a spectacular display year after year. Its long-lasting flowers are excellent for both fresh and dried arrangements, making it a favorite for cut flower production. Whether featured in borders, cottage gardens, or floral designs, Magical® Red delivers season-long beauty and exceptional versatility.

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Magical® Red masterwort
  • Botanical Name:
    Astrantia major ‘Koloudsmare’ (Oudshoorn rood)
  • Type:
    Perennial

Cultural Details

TYPE

Perennial
  • Light:
    Full sun to partial shade
  • Soil:
    Nutritious soil (clay soil often makes for larger plants than poor sandy soil)
  • Moisture:
    Moist, well-drained, but avoid overly wet or dry conditions. For hot weather, water regularly.
  • Hardiness Zone
    4-8
  • Size:
    18-24" tall by 16” wide
  • Spacing:
    12'' x 12''
  • Bloom Time:
    Late Spring to early Fall
  • Bloom Color:
    Berry-red
  • Pollinator
    Bees, butterflies, hoverflies and wasps
  • Diseases & Pests:
    None known
  • Stem Count

    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?

Ruby-red pincushion blooms provide exceptional color, texture, and long-lasting performance in the garden and vase.

Pruning

Harvest stems when the bracts are fully colored and papery, but before seed set, for the best quality and longevity.

Propagation

Tissue Culture

Who Am I?

  • Common Name:
    Magical® Red masterwort
  • Botanical Name:
    Astrantia major ‘Koloudsmare’ (Oudshoorn rood)
  • Type:
    Perennial

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