Also known as Shooting Star · 0 saves
Dodecatheon
Dodecatheon, the genus most gardeners know as shooting star. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Dodecatheon varieties
Species of Dodecatheon
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Dodecatheon in Sow
Save the Dodecatheon you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Dodecatheon questions
How many types of Dodecatheon are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Dodecatheon varieties. The most popular — ranked by 0 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Dodecatheon grow in?
Across its varieties, Dodecatheon covers USDA Zones 4–8. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Dodecatheon bloom?
Most Dodecatheon varieties bloom in spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Dodecatheon should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.