Native - American

Amsonia illustris

Shining Blue Star

Plant Type: Native - American

Exposure: Sun Tolerant Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade

FULL sun to MORNING sun/AFTERNOON shade

Clusters of pale blue, star-like flowers grace a substantial mound of shiny, leathery leaves in May. Foliage often turns gold in fall. An easy-care native of the Ozarks.

Height

24-36"

Spread

24-36"

Shining Blue Star Merit Awards and Special Collections

Shining Blue Star Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

Early Season (March - April)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Moderate

Moist

Special Benefits

Bog

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Rabbit Resistant