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Amsonia hubrichtii

Narrow Leaf Blue Star

  • Category: Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone:3-9
  • Height:34-36 Inches
  • Spread:24-26 Inches
  • Bloom Color: Blue/Purple
  • Foliage Color: Green

The very fine, asparagus fern-like light green foliage turns to brilliant shades of yellow in the fall. Blue to white, star-shaped blooms appear in the spring. An excellent low maintenance choice for adding cool color to the garden. Plant in woodlands, mixed gardens or perennial borders for reliable color and texture.

Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Foliage Color
Green
Soil Moisture
Moist, Well-Drained
Very Adaptable
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Spring
Summer
Bloom Time
April - May
Additional Information about Amsonia hubrichtii

2011 PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR! Top rated for the Midwest area in the Chicago Botanic Garden's trials.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Amsonia hubrichtii

Disease and insect resistant. This plant really is a sun lover. Grows well in any well-drained to moist soil. Tolerates clay soils and some drought.