Picture of Dodecatheon austrofrigidum
Picture of Dodecatheon austrofrigidum Picture of Dodecatheon austrofrigidum Growing wild on Saddle Mountain, OR

Dodecatheon austrofrigidum

SHOOTING STARS, MOSQUITO BILLS

Low Water US Native
  1. Pot Size: 2-3/8"
  2. Height: 6-12"
  3. USDA Hardiness Zone: 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
Rare species was only discovered in 1945
Availability: In stock

An Oregon/Washington native, confined to 4 adjacent costal counties. The fact that this rare species was only discovered in 1945 (!) and not described until 1979, makes it quite intriguing. It's found in very few places, usually nestled between rocks in the coastal range, where there is plenty of moisture in spring but dryer/dry in summer. Classic shooting star flowers with rather bright magenta petals and a white base. The leaves are often toothed.

An Oregon/Washington native, confined to 4 adjacent costal counties. The fact that this rare species was only discovered in 1945 (!) and not described until 1979, makes it quite intriguing. It's found in very few places, usually nestled between rocks in the coastal range, where there is plenty of moisture in spring but dryer/dry in summer. Classic shooting star flowers with rather bright magenta petals and a white base. The leaves are often toothed.

Products specifications
Botanical NameDodecatheon austrofrigidum
Common NameSHOOTING STARS, MOSQUITO BILLS
GenusDodecatheon
ExposureSun, Light Shade, Half Shade
Plant Size6-12"
Bloom SeasonApril, May
Size Range6" - 12", 1ft - 2ft
Flower Color (Group)Purple
Pot Size2-3/8"
USDA Hardiness Zone5: -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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