Picture of Dodecatheon alpinum
Picture of Dodecatheon alpinum Picture of Dodecatheon alpinum Picture of Dodecatheon alpinum

Dodecatheon alpinum

SHOOTING STARS, MOSQUITO BILLS

Low Water US Native
  1. Pot Size: 2-3/8"
  2. Height: 5-8"
  3. USDA Hardiness Zone: 4: -20ºF through -30ºF, 5: -10ºF through -20ºF, 6: 0ºF through -10ºF, 7: 10ºF through 0ºF, 8: 20ºF through 10ºF, 9: 30ºF through 20ºF
  4. Season: April, May
  5. Exposure: Sun, Light Shade, Half Shade
$11.50
Large and showy flower, from altitudes 6,000 to 12,000 feet
Availability: In stock

Encountered in the wild at higher altitudes, from 6,000 to 12,000 feet, but seems to do just fine down here at the bottom. Rather large and showy flowers.

Encountered in the wild at higher altitudes, from 6,000 to 12,000 feet, but seems to do just fine down here at the bottom. Rather large and showy flowers.

Products specifications
Botanical NameDodecatheon alpinum
Common NameSHOOTING STARS, MOSQUITO BILLS
GenusDodecatheon
ExposureSun, Light Shade, Half Shade
Plant Size5-8"
Bloom SeasonApril, May
Size Range6″ - 12″
Flower Color (Group)Pink
Pot Size2-3/8"
USDA Hardiness Zone4: -20ºF through -30ºF, 5: -10ºF through -20ºF, 6: 0ºF through -10ºF, 7: 10ºF through 0ºF, 8: 20ºF through 10ºF, 9: 30ºF through 20ºF
Low WaterYes
US NativeYes

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