Shooting Star
Perennial

Shooting Star

Dodecatheon meadia

Nodding flowers with swept-back petals resemble tiny shooting stars in spring meadows.

Bloom Season
Apr - Jun
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Sun Requirements
Part Sun4-6 hours
Part Shade2-4 hours
Water Needs
Moderate
Regular watering
Size & Zones
6-18" tall
USDA Zones 4-8
Bloom Colors
Pink
White
Traits
Native Species Pollinator Friendly
Soil
Loam
Pairs Well With
Wild Geranium
Perennial
Columbine
Perennial
Trillium
Perennial
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