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Major Star of Billion

Astrantia major 'Star of Billion'

£4.80

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Discover the charm of this easy-to-grow perennial with delicate white flowers that bloom from June through August, making it a perfect addition to borders, woodland gardens, or as a stunning cut flower. Hardy and adaptable, 'Major Star of Billion' thrives in virtually any soil type and light condition—from full sun to dappled shade—while its compact 90cm height brings effortless elegance to any garden scheme. At just £5 with 10% donated to organic causes, this certified organic plant offers exceptional value for gardeners of all skill levels.

A CLOSER LOOK

Plant details.

LifecyclePerennial
HabitClump-forming
Foliage typeDeciduous

Suitability: Borders, Cottage gardens, Cut flower gardens, Ground cover, Wildlife gardens, City and courtyard gardens
Position: Border | Front, Cutting Garden, Ground Cover
Light: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil moisture: Free draining, Moist
Soil acidity: Neutral, Acid, Alkaline
Soil type: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sandy
Hardiness: H7 [-20] Very Hardy | Very cold winter
Time to maturity: 2–5 Years
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
Mature height: 0.5–1 m
Mature spread: 0.1–0.5 m
Foliage colour: Green
Flower colour: White
Growing skill: Easy
Genus: Astrantia | Masterwort
Aspect: East, South, West

Through the seasons

A year at a glance

Flowering

Jun–Aug

Germination

Jan–Mar

Filled months show recorded activity. Timing can vary with climate and growing conditions; unfilled months are not recorded.

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Growing conditions+

Position: Full sun, Partial shade. Soil: Moist but well-drained.

Winter hardiness+

RHS rating: H7 (UK growing conditions). See the source profile for cultivation advice.

Plant information sources+

Growing details checked against the sources below. Ultimate size depends on growing conditions.

RHS · Astrantia major 'Star of Billion'

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