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Dodecatheon Frigidum Flower Seeds - Shooting Star Flower Seeds for Garden

Dodecatheon Frigidum Flower Seeds - Shooting Star Flower Seeds for Garden

$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds on the soil surface and lightly press in.


Do not cover seeds deeply; light aids germination.


Keep soil consistently moist during germination.

How to Grow

Grow in partial shade or gentle sunlight.


Use humus-rich, well-drained soil.


Water regularly during active growth.

Tips

Ideal for alpine and woodland gardens.


Avoid hot, dry locations.


Mulch lightly to retain moisture.

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Features
plant-characteristics

PLANT CHARACTERISTICS

Delicate shooting

growth-habit

GROWTH HABIT

Clump-forming

bloom-season

BLOOM SEASON

Late Spring to Early Summer

flavour-profile

FLAVOUR PROFILE

Ornamental

life-cycle

LIFE CYCLE

Perennial

suitable-for

SUITABLE FOR

Outdoor

About
Dodecatheon Frigidum Flower Seeds - Shooting Star Flower Seeds for Garden
seed-type

SEED TYPE

Open-pollinated flower seeds

plant-type

PLANT TYPE

Herbaceous perennial flowering plant

Dodecatheon Frigidum is a cold-hardy shooting star species valued for its refined flowers and ability to thrive in alpine and cool woodland environments. Native to mountainous regions, it prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Its graceful blooms add seasonal interest and a naturalistic touch to perennial beds and shaded garden areas.

Planting information
planting-season

PLANTING SEASON

Spring

fruit-size

FRUIT SIZE

N/A

plant-height

PLANT HEIGHT

15–30 cm

light-requirement

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

Partial Shade

water-needs

WATER NEEDS

Moderate

hardiness-zones

HARDINESS ZONES

USDA Zones 3–7

container-garden

CONTAINER GARDEN

Yes

plant-spacing

PLANT SPACING

20–25 cm

planting-depth

PLANTING DEPTH

Surface sow

growing-conditions

GROWING CONDITIONS

Moist, well-drained soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000120561

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are Shooting Star flowers named that way?

Their swept-back petals and pointed shape resemble a shooting star, giving the plant its common name.

Can Shooting Star be planted in natural woodland gardens?

Yes. It fits well into woodland-inspired landscapes and naturalized perennial plantings.

Which plants pair well with Shooting Star flowers?

Ferns, trilliums, hostas, primroses, and woodland phlox complement their seasonal blooms.

Does the foliage naturally fade after flowering?

Yes. Many Shooting Star species enter dormancy after flowering as part of their normal growth cycle.

Can this plant provide early seasonal color?

Yes. It adds ornamental interest during the spring flowering period.

Do Shooting Star flowers attract pollinators?

The blooms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during flowering.