Shooting Stars,American Cowslip. A charming perennial with large clumps of dark green, fleshy leaves. Sturdy stems of purple-red flowers and purple stamens. Max Height 40cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers April to May. Shaded site. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dodecatheon jeffreyi
A charming perennial with large clumps of dark green, fleshy leaves. Sturdy stems of purple-red flowers and purple stamens.
Additional information
| Generic | Dodecatheon |
|---|---|
| Species | jeffreyi |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Shooting Stars, American Cowslip |
| Flower Colour | purple, red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Shaded site |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 40cm |
| Family | Primulaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Rock garden, Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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