shooting star

Shooting star (Dodecatheon meadia) should be watered moderately, keeping the soil moist during active growth and spring flowering. During the summer, give them a deep weekly watering, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between deep watering. In the winter, give them a much less frequent watering, only when the soil is almost dry. Do not allow the soil to remain waterlogged for extended periods of time.

Shooting star (Dodecatheon meadia) plants thrive in full sun. They should receive direct sunlight for 6-8 hours daily, ideally in the morning or early afternoon hours. During hotter summer months, shooting stars can benefit from some afternoon shade to avoid scorching or wilting in the hot sun. In the fall, sunrise or late afternoon sunlight is best for growing and promoting healthy flowering blooms.

Shooting stars (Dodecatheon meadia) benefit from pruning to encourage the growth of bushier plants with more flower stalks. Pruning also helps keep the size of the plant under control. Pruning should take place in late fall or early winter when the plant is dormant. Start by cutting back the stems from the previous years growth to about 1 third of their original height. This will help stimulation of new growth for the following spring. Remove any stems that are spindly or crossed over each other, as these will compete for light and water. Remove any dead or diseased branches and clip back any new growth to tidy the plant.