Venice Masterwort

Astrantia major 'Venice' is a sophisticated, clump-forming herbaceous perennial prized for its striking, dark ruby-red to plum-colored pincushion flowers. These unique blooms are surrounded by a ruff of papery, petal-like bracts and rise on wiry stems above a basal mound of deeply lobed, mid-green foliage. It thrives in moist, humus-rich soils and performs best in partial shade, though it tolerates full sun in cooler climates. Ideal for cottage gardens, woodland edges, and as a long-lasting cut or dried flower.