Overview
Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Dodecatheon, part of the Primulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, rock garden, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Primula meadia, known by the common names shooting star, eastern shooting star, American cowslip, roosterheads, and prairie pointers is a species of flowering plant in the primula family Primulaceae. Also, the plant belongs to a group of herbaceous perennials.
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About the genus
Primula sect. Dodecatheon is a section of herbaceous flowering plants in the family Primulaceae. Primula species in this section were formerly placed in a separate genus, Dodecatheon.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dodecatheon
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Rock garden, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite'
- Propagation
- Seed, Division
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite'?
Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' need?
Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' hardy in the UK?
Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Dodecatheon meadia 'Aphrodite'?
Seed, Division.