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Pacific Starflower

Trientalis Latifolia

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Overview

Trientalis latifolia, known as Pacific Starflower, is a charming perennial native to western North America. Thriving in USDA zones 7-9, it prefers dappled shade and well-drained, acidic soils. This petite plant reaches a modest height of 4-12 inches, sporting delicate, seven-pointed white blooms from late spring to early summer. Its compact spread of 6-8 inches makes it ideal for understory groundcover, adding ethereal beauty to woodland-themed landscapes.

Sun Half, ShadeWater LowZones 5–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — the Pacific Starflower prefers the cool
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — This petite plant reaches a modest height of 4-12 inchesPacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — perennial with pink bloomsPacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — the Pacific Starflower is ideal for shaded or partly shaded areasPacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — This plant is a graceful addition that will provide a subtle yet striking visual interestPacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Its compact spread of 6-8 inches makes it ideal for understory groundcover, image 32Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — It thrives in rich, well-drained soil and requires minimal maintenance once established+47

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Primulaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — the Pacific Starflower prefers the cool
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — This petite plant reaches a modest height of 4-12 inches
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — perennial with pink blooms
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — the Pacific Starflower is ideal for shaded or partly shaded areas
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — This plant is a graceful addition that will provide a subtle yet striking visual interest
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Its compact spread of 6-8 inches makes it ideal for understory groundcover, image 32
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — It thrives in rich, well-drained soil and requires minimal maintenance once established
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — scientifically named Trientalis latifolia; contributing to a naturalistic or woodland aesthetic
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — pink flowers in the garden
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — This petite plant reaches a modest height of 4-12 inches; the Pacific Starflower is ideal for shaded or partly
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — These flowers boast an ethereal quality and are typically presented in singles
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — The foliage grows in whorls at the stem tips, creating a delightful backdrop for the blooms
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — enticing clients with its understated beauty and native charm
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — contributing to a naturalistic or woodland aesthetic
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Its compact growth habit makes it an excellent choice for underplanting in shade gardens
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Trientalis latifolia, known as Pacific Starflower, is a charming perennial native to western North America
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — From late spring into early summer
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — star-shaped white flowers
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — scientifically named Trientalis latifolia
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Its compact spread of 6-8 inches makes it ideal for understory groundcover
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — adding ethereal beauty to woodland-themed landscapes; the plant produces captivating
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Trientalis latifolia, known as Pacific Starflower, is a charming perennial native to western North, image 28
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — Flourishing in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9
Pacific Starflower (Trientalis Latifolia) — pairing well with ferns and larger broad-leafed perennials
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