Enhance your garden borders with Astrantia (Pincushion Flower), an heirloom perennial renowned for its intricate, star-shaped blooms and long-lasting display. Compact and versatile, this plant is ideal for borders, cottage gardens, and container planting. Low-maintenance and pollinator-friendly, it adds a touch of elegance and charm to any garden setting.
Features & Specifications:
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Plant Type: Astrantia (Pincushion Flower, Heirloom)
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Seed Type: Non-GMO, high germination
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Growth Habit: Upright perennial
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Height: 3060 cm (mature plant)
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Flower Color: Soft pink, white, or reddish blooms
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Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
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Sunlight: Partial shade to full sun
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Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
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Water Requirements: Moderate; maintain evenly moist soil
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Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning required
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
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Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 12 hours prior to sowing.
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Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in seed-starting mix or garden soil.
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Temperature: Maintain 1822C for optimal germination.
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Watering: Keep soil lightly moist until seedlings establish.
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Germination Time: 34 weeks under ideal conditions.
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Transplanting: Space seedlings 3040 cm apart in borders, beds, or containers.
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Care: Low-maintenance; deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
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