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Dodecatheon Meadia

Common name: Shooting Star, American cowslip

Known as the 'Shooting Star' because of its flower shape, this is a charming perennial wildflower.

-10 to -15°C

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In Greek, the word Dodeca means twelve and Theos means God. It is said that this flower was named in ancient Rome by Pliny as he believed it to be under the care of the 'twelve superior gods'. Easier to understand, just by looking is probably the common name Shooting Star, as each individual flower has a perfect point and reflexed petals. The flowers appear from April to June, are great for cutting and are followed by narrow oval fruit. Prefers moist soil in full or part shade. Height 30-40cm (12-16"). Spread 25cm (10"). Hardy perennial.
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Key Information
Latin Name Dodecatheon Meadia 9cm pot
Common Name Shooting Star, American cowslip
Hardiness H5 (-10 to -15°C)
Colour Pink
Format 9cm Pots
Position Full-Shade, Part-Shade, Part-Sun
Foliage Deciduous
Height in Maturity (m) 0.45 m
Spread in Maturity (m) 0.30
AGM Yes
Soil Conditions Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Soil Acidity Acid Alkaline Neutral
Aspect East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Good for pots Yes
Good for Rockeries Yes

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