Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' (Masterwort) Flower Period_from late spring to late summer tends to exhibit a brownish

tends to exhibit a brownish discoloration in winter

The peeling tan bark adds an interesting dimension to the landscape

The glossy pointy leaves are highly ornamental and remain dark green throughout the winter

It has attractive burgundy deciduous foliage which emerges cherry red in spring

which emerge from distinctive hot pink flower buds before the leaves

Astrantia major 'Star of Fire' (Masterwort) Flower Period_from late spring to late summer tends to exhibit a brownishVolumes of dark purple red pincushion flowers with burgundy bracts, rise on dark stems, with a backdrop of rich green leaves; great on streambanks or in a moist border, doesn't like to dry out; cut back after flowering for a second flush. This plant will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. Star Of Fire Masterwort features airy cymes of deep purple pincushion flowers with red