Greater masterwort 'Alba' (Astrantia major 'Alba')

Greater masterwort 'Alba'

Also known as: Astrantia 'Alba', Mountain sanicle 'Alba'

Greater masterwort 'Alba' is distinct for its white flowers with pale pink bases. A cultivar of Astrantia major, it gets its name from those blooms and the Latin word for white. Gardeners love the flowers for their showy appearance, blossoming all summer long in domed pincushion-like clusters. As a bonus, they are easy to grow.

Scientific classification

Carrots, ivies and allies

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Mid spring, Late spring, Summer, Early fall

Harvest Time

90 cm

Plant Height

60 cm

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

4 cm

Flower Size

White, Green, Pink

Flower Color

Winter dormancy

Dormancy

Deciduous

Leaf type

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Greater masterwort 'Alba'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

10 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Greater masterwort 'Alba' thrives in moist, well-drained conditions, requiring regular weekly watering for optimal growth and lush foliage. While moderately drought-tolerant, it benefits from increased humidity indoors. Adequate moisture during the growing season is essential for flowering and overall health.

Pruning: Greater masterwort 'Alba' thrives with pruning in early to late spring, removing dead stems for healthier growth and more blooms. Deadheading spent flowers prolongs blooming. Careful pruning enhances aesthetic appeal and plant vigor, preventing disease and fostering robust growth.

Propagation: Greater masterwort 'Alba' is a perennial that can be propagated by division or seeds. For seeds, sow shallowly in well-draining soil and maintain moisture; sprouts appear in weeks. For division, split the root ball in early spring, replanting immediately with moisture until new growth is established.

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