Astrantia have been cultivated in Britain since the 16^th century.  Venice is a slightly more vigorous variety with a much longer flowering period than some other varieties.  Strong burgundy posies of tiny flowers surrounded by papery bracts are held on dark wiry stems from May to late summer.  Attractive to bees and butterflies, slug and rabbit resistant.  Make excellent dried flowers.  Prefers moist soil in sun or part shade though will tolerate drier conditions.  Height 50cm (20”).  Spread 30cm (12”).  Hardy perennial.  Delivery April onwards.

• Flower Colour: Red
• Hardiness: Hardy Perennial
• Flowering Time: Summer
• Aspect: Sun or Partial Shade
• Height: 50cm (20'')
• Spread: 30cm (12'')
• Delivery: April onwards
• Other: Pest Resistant
• Other: Flowers For Cutting/Drying
• Other: Bees And Butterflies
• Other: Suitable for Container/Basket
• No of plants: 3 plants 7cm plugs