{"product_id":"ja-dodecatheon-pulchellum-red-wings","title":"Dodecatheon pulchellum 'Red Wings' Rhizomes","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e subsp. \u003cem\u003epulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings', often called dark-throat shooting star, is a compact woodland perennial grown for its distinctive nodding flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClusters of deep pink blooms appear on upright stems in late spring and early summer, rising above soft rosettes of pale green foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–40cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–35cm\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e dark pink\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering time:\u003c\/strong\u003e late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e partial shade or light shade\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout \u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings' forms a basal rosette of soft pale green leaves close to the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn spring, sturdy upright stems develop carrying small clusters of nodding flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe petals sweep sharply backwards while the central stamens project forward. This distinctive shape creates the familiar “shooting star” appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe deep pink petals and darker throat give the flowers strong colour despite their delicate size.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSynonyms include:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eDodecatheon\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003ePrimula pauciflora\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings'\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eBenefits for UK Wildlife\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings' contributes to wildlife-friendly spring planting.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFlowers attract early pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvides nectar during late spring\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorks well in woodland wildlife gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombine with other spring woodland plants to support early pollinators.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhere to Grow Shooting Star 'Red Wings'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWoodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eShaded borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUnder trees and shrubs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eNaturalistic planting areas\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWildflower-style gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlant in groups to create a stronger visual display when flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes in spring or autumn.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChoose a partially shaded position.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove soil with compost or leaf mould.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePlant rhizomes just below the soil surface.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eKeep soil evenly moist while plants establish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe foliage may die back in summer once flowering finishes as the plant enters dormancy.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow \u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings'\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDistinctive shooting-star shaped flowers\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeep pink colouring with darker centre\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for woodland gardens\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSpring colour for shaded borders\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupports early pollinating insects\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf you want an unusual woodland perennial with distinctive flowers, \u003cem\u003eDodecatheon pulchellum\u003c\/em\u003e 'Red Wings' adds elegant colour and interest to shaded garden spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jacques Amand","offers":[{"title":"1 Bulb","offer_id":57516499239299,"sku":"JA-D7060","price":5.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"10 Bulbs","offer_id":57516499272067,"sku":"JA-D7060x10","price":24.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"100 Bulbs","offer_id":57516499304835,"sku":"JA-D7060x100","price":199.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0108\/3418\/2207\/files\/Pulchellum-Red-Wings.jpg?v=1773069412","url":"https:\/\/gardenwildlife.com\/products\/ja-dodecatheon-pulchellum-red-wings","provider":"Garden Wildlife","version":"1.0","type":"link"}