DODECATHEON meadia

Commonly known as American cowslip, Shooting star

Lilac-pink

DODECATHEON meadia

Available Early Spring 2022 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.

individually £12.50 each , 3+ £10.00 each

Available Early Spring 2022

1.5 to 2 Litre

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Mature Size
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Shades of pink All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
Lilac pink
Height
40cm (16in)
Spread
25cm (10in)
Herbaceous Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
Variable, clump-forming perennial. Ovate, toothed, pale to mid green leaves to 25cm (10in) long. Produces umbels of up to 15 cyclamen-like flowers 1.5-2cm (½-¾in) long on strong stems.
Hardy - cold winter Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full sun
Partial shade
Additional Features
Good to know - becomes dormant in summer after flowering. Good for a woodland or rock garden.
Pests & Diseases
slugs, snails.
Place of origin
eastern North America.
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil - humus-rich. Requires moist soil during growing period.