Elliott's Bluestar
Perennial

Elliott's Bluestar

Amsonia hubrichtii

Pale blue starry flowers in spring give way to feathery foliage that turns brilliant gold in fall. Two seasons of beauty for zero effort.

Bloom Season
Apr - May
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Sun Requirements
○ Full Sun6+ hours direct
◐ Part Sun4-6 hours
Water Needs
Low
Drought tolerant
Size & Zones
2-3' tall
USDA Zones 4-9
Bloom Colors
Blue
Traits
♣ Native Species△ Deer Resistant✦ Low Maintenance✿ Pollinator Friendly❄ Winter Interest
Soil
LoamSandyPoor Soil
Pairs Well With
Coneflower
Perennial
Little Bluestem
Grass
Switchgrass
Grass
Russian Sage
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ColorBlue flowers
TypeAll perennials
TraitsNative SpeciesDeer ResistantLow MaintenancePollinator Friendly
MonthsWhat blooms in AprWhat blooms in May
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