Henderson's shooting star
Primula hendersonii
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Henderson's shooting star is a delicate alpine perennial with nodding, pink to magenta flowers that resemble miniature cyclamen. It thrives in cool, moist mountain meadows and is prized for rock gardens and alpine troughs.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Sierra Nevada, California
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Henderson's shooting star is a delicate alpine perennial with nodding, pink to magenta flowers that resemble miniature cyclamen. It thrives in cool, moist mountain meadows and is prized for rock gardens and alpine troughs.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Henderson's shooting star grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native to the United States
Native Range
Sierra Nevada, California
Native to: California
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation