CF Astrantia Rose Symphony summer clump forming perennial

clump forming perennial

55 to 60% double

Long stems holding frilly crested flower heads Focus in selection and breeding has been on double flowers but singles and semi-doubles and even some unique shapes can occur

checking the stem and the corolla of the petals of each flower are well formed

CF Astrantia Rose Symphony summer clump forming perennialAptly named for its symphony of rose coloured flowers. Astrantia take 2 3 years to establish into a sizeable clump, but will reward you year after year with an abundance of stems to pick. Grows best in light shade and slightly damp conditions. Excellent cut flower. Astrantia seed can be fickle to germinate. The sowing must be kept warm (about 18 to 22C) and moist for the first 24 weeks. After this period the sowing must be kept at a cold temperature