Midland Shooting Star Seeds for Planting | 25 Seeds

• Midland Shooting Star (Dodecatheon meadia, also known as Primula meadia) is a native perennial wildflower with distinctive nodding, star-shaped pink to magenta flowers and reflexed petals, growing 12–24 inches (30–60 cm) tall and blooming in mid to late spring; ideal for woodland gardens, native plantings, and naturalized areas

• Seeds require cold stratification to germinate and are best sown outdoors in fall to experience natural winter chilling, or cold-stratified indoors for 6–8 weeks before spring sowing

• Prefers rich, well-draining soil high in organic matter; loamy or sandy soils work best, with soil pH neutral to slightly acidic

• To sow, scatter seeds on the soil surface and press lightly without covering deeply, as light aids germination; keep soil evenly moist; space plants 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart once established

• Grows best in partial shade to full sun, with some protection from intense afternoon heat in warmer climates

• Keep soil consistently moist during active growth and flowering; plants go dormant in summer, at which point watering should be reduced significantly

• Germination is slow and irregular, often taking 30–60 days or longer, even with proper cold stratification

• Fertilization is minimal; incorporate compost at planting time and avoid heavy feeding, which can reduce flowering

• Generally pest- and disease-free; occasional slugs or snails may damage young foliage; poor drainage can lead to crown or root rot

• Suitable for naturalized settings rather than containers; allowing seed pods to mature will encourage self-seeding and long-term establishment in favorable conditions

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