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Amsonia tabernaemontana
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Amsonia tabernaemontana
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Amsonia tabernaemontana


Blue Star

 USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.034.100


A little-known perennial that is native to Eastern North America, and ideally suited to the border or the wildflower meadow garden. Plants are long-lived, forming an arching clump of green willow-like leaves. Clusters of light-blue starry flowers appear on the ends of the stems in late spring and early summer. This plant is under-utilized in today’s low-maintenance type of garden and deserves to be better known and appreciated for its dependable, sturdy habit. Flowers are also useful for cutting. Tolerates moist or dry sites.

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Amsonia tabernaemontana


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Border
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed
  Specimen
  Wild Flower
Height
   60-90 cm
   23-35 inches
Spread
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Slow
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.