Wildflowers
Shooting Star
Dodecatheon meadia
Features
Nodding flowers with strongly reflexed petals.
Culture
Full to partial shade; consistently moist, well drained sites.
Mature Height
6-12 Inches
Native To:
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Michigan
Missouri
Ohio
Wisconsin
USDA Hardiness Zone
4 - 8
Bloom Color
Lavender
Pink
Purple
White
Bloom Season
April - June
Soil Conditions
Moist, Well-Drained
Exposure/Light Requirements
Full Shade
Partial Sun/Shade
Pests and Problems
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Additional Notes
Foliage dies back in summer. Found in open woods and meadows. Listed as endangered in Michigan.
