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Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht'

Also Known As

  • Sierra Shooting Star

Plant type

perennial, bulb / corm / tuber

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht' plant details

Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial bulb / corm / tuber with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Grows well with dappled shade and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht'

Plant type: perennial bulb / corm / tuber
Plant family: primulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, woodland garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright red early spring blooms shaped like shooting stars. Long, sturdy stems from a basal rosette of oblong leaves. Excellent in shade and rock gardens, and makes lovely cut flowers.

Gardening facts about Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht' plant

How to Grow Dodecatheon tetrandrum 'Rotlicht'

  • Sun Exposure

    • dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10"-24"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Perennial, Bulb / Corm / Tuber

Zones

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Size

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  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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