Astrantia major 'sunningdale variegated' plant details astrantia major 'sunningdale variegated' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage In spring and summer pink flowers emerge Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. The young foliage of astrantia major ‘sunningdale variegated’ arises with a rich tapestry of gold and creamy yellow variegation which is strongest when plants are in part sun Very slowly the foliage turns to green and by summer is topped with masses of creamy white flowers with a tinge of pink. Pretty yellow variegated leaf form of masterwort originating in 1966
The leaves of astrantia major ‘sunningdale variegated’ form a dense mound which is a delight in the spring garden. Papery flowers edged with pink, green and white pointed bracts are massed on long stems above shiny green leaves, elegantly striped and splashed with yellow and cream. Sunningdale variegated masterwort is an open herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage. Astrantia is an upright herbaceous perennial that is probably our favorite plant in the garden at ballyrobert We find that nearly every astrantia cultivar grows well in nearly every soil and situation
Possibly the most beautiful variegated foliage plant in spring, irresistible for garden design or flower arranging The irresistible beauty of this unique cultivar is apparent as the first variegated leaf unfurls, and the show continues all the way through winter!
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