Masterwort (Astrantia major) ah-STRAN-tee-ah MAY-jor Genus:  Astrantia

Masterwort produces many small, ivory flowers that are flushed pink and bloom continuously throughout the summer and fall, wafting a sweet scent. Like Queen Anne’s lace, each masterwort blossom is an umbel of tiny flowers, framed by a collar of papery bracts.

Noteworthy Characteristics: 

Masterwort is the perfect companion for astilbes, ferns, and hostas.

Care: 

Masterwort prefers part shade and rich, medium to wet soil. It grows best in soil that is not allowed to dry out and in areas with cooler summer nights.

Propagation: 

Sow seed in containers when ripe. Divide plants in spring.

Problems: 

Gray mold, mildew, slugs, and aphids.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium to Wet Maintenance Low Characteristics Attracts Beneficial Bugs, Fragrant Flowers, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Late Spring, Spring, Summer Flower Color Pink, White Uses Beds and Borders, Waterside Style Cottage Garden, Woodland Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials