Astrantia - Roma
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners wanting continuous blooms and butterfly visitors.
Elevate your garden with the Astrantia - Roma, a captivating perennial celebrated for its abundant summer blooms and effortless cultivation. This variety showcases delicate, dome-shaped pink flowers atop handsome, maple-like green foliage, thriving in partial sun. Its prolific nature means the more you cut the blooms for bouquets, the more it flowers. These charming pincushion blossoms are a magnet for butterflies, bringing life to shaded garden areas. Easy to grow and ideal for woodland settings, it's supplied as a single bare root, promising season-long beauty.
$9.07
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1570
/ 3183
#1570 in Plant & Flower Bulbs
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Hardiness Zones
47
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Who it's for
- Floral designers seeking long-lasting, unique blooms for arrangements
- Gardeners managing shaded areas or woodland landscapes
- Flower lovers wanting color throughout the entire growing season
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in arid climates or those with dry soil
- People living in humid regions with poor airflow
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer to avoid regular deadheading
Performance breakdown
Bloom Productivity
Frequent cutting triggers a continuous cycle of fresh, vibrant blooms.
Shade Adaptability
Thrives in partial sun, perfect for brightening up woodland garden corners.
Pollinator Appeal
Unique pincushion flowers act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Maintenance Effort
A low-fuss perennial that rewards minimal care with season-long color.
Floral Utility
Sturdy stems and delicate petals make these ideal for indoor bouquets.
Establishment Ease
Bare root format requires precise planting depth for optimal initial growth.
Key Specs
Hardiness Zones
4 - 7
Mature Height
18 – 24 inches
Mature Spread
12 – 18 inches
Sunlight Requirement
Partial Sun
Planting Depth
Crown 1/2" below soil line
Spacing
12-18 inches apart
Includes
1 bare root Astrantia
Model Number/SKU
10548-01
Features
- Prolific pink blooms from early summer to fall
- Pincushion flowers attract butterflies
- Handsome, maple-like green foliage
- Ideal for partially shaded garden spaces
- Excellent for cutting and bouquets
- Easy-to-grow perennial
- Blooms more when cut
What customers say
Gardeners highly value the Astrantia Roma for its unique, long lasting color in partial shade. Reviewers consistently praise the distinctive deep ruby pink blooms, noting they add excellent texture and visual interest all summer. The quality of the supplied rhizomes is frequently highlighted, with many reporting successful, robust initial growth from healthy stock. While the plant requires patience, establishing slowly in the first season, its ultimate hardiness makes it a reliable choice for mixed borders. Once established, it delivers high impact, sophisticated color. Despite needing consistent moisture, the overwhelming consensus is that this variety is a worthwhile investment, offering dependable performance that elevates garden design.
Know before you buy
This variety thrives in partial sun. It is an excellent choice for woodland-style gardens or areas of your yard that receive dappled light rather than intense, direct afternoon sun.
Astrantia 'Roma' is a prolific bloomer that responds well to harvesting. The more you cut the flowers for bouquets, the more the plant will produce, extending your bloom window from early summer well into fall.
When planting, position the crown of the bare root approximately 1/2 inch below the soil line. Ensure the soil is well-draining to help the plant establish itself successfully.
Astrantia 'Roma' is a hardy perennial suitable for USDA zones 4 through 7. It is designed to return year after year in these regions, provided it is planted in an appropriate location.
To allow for proper air circulation and healthy growth, space your plants 12 to 18 inches apart. This spacing accommodates their mature spread of 12 to 18 inches.
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