Dodecatheon meadia
Common Name: Shooting Star
Ships As: Perennial Bareroot
Blooms late spring to early summer. Loose umbels of lilac-pink reflex-petal flowers on stiff stems. Very beautiful and quite a unique flower.
CHARACTERISTICS
Height:10-12 inches
Spread:8-15 inches
Flower Color:White Shades
Foliage Color:Green shades
Hardiness Zone:4,5,6,7,8
Light Requirements:Partial Shade
Light Shade
Water Requirements:Average water needs
Consistent water needs
Attracts:Butterflies
Resistant:Deer Resistant
Growth Rate:Medium
Bloom Time:Late Spring - Early Summer
Soil Requirements:Average Soil
Fertile Soil
GREAT FOR:
Border plants
Easy to grow
TIPS & MAINTENANCE
Plant native wild Shooting Star plants in shady areas in a native plant or wildflower garden, woodland garden, rock garden or naturalized area with other native wildflowers like trillium, ginger, merrybells & more. Grow Shooting Star plants in average, medium wet, well-drained soil in part shade to full shade. Prefers moist, humusy soils in part shade. Avoid poorly-drained, wet soils, particularly in winter.
What is a Bareroot, Plant Plug or Potted Plant
A bare root is the root of a plant in a dormant state, and depending on the species, will have eyes or sprouts. It is a plant that is sold with the roots exposed, rather than potted in soil. Bare roots are healthy and usually grow quickly depending on the species. A plant plug is the general term for seedlings or rooted cuttings that have been started in trays of individual cells. Plant plugs have healthy root systems and can be dormant or breaking dormancy. Plugs and bare roots are the most economical way to purchase perennial plants. A potted plant is one that is usually in a 4-6” pot and is well on its way to growing. We rarely offer larger potted plants but those we do offer are those that need a head start, like hydrangeas or other bush-type plants because of their longer growth time.
