Amsonia hubrichtii
Narrow Leaf Blue Star
USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9
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.
Height
36 Inches
Spread
36-48 Inches
Color
Blue/Purple
Interesting Notes
2011 PERENNIAL PLANT OF THE YEAR! Top rated for the Midwest area in the Chicago Botanic Garden's trials.
Bloom Time
April-May
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
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.
When to Divide
spring
Good Companions
Yarrow (Achillea millefolium), Cranesbill (Geranium ), Red Switch Grass (Panicum virgatum), Ornamental Onion (Allium ), Anise-Hyssop (Agastache ), Double Coneflower (Echinacea ), Rattlesnake Master (Eryngium yuccifolium)Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes & Uses
| • | Cut Flowers |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
| • | Partial Shade |
Foliage Color
| • | Yellow/Copper/Bronze |
| • | Green |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
| • | Fall |
| • | Spring |
Soil Moisture Preference
| • | Moist but well-drained |
| • | Very Adaptable |
