Amsonia grandiflora
Large-flowered Blue Star
Description
This deciduous perennial is from southern Arizona, along canyons from 3900 to 4500 ft. This plant can reach about 3' tall and wide in a season. White flowers tinged with lavender appear in spring to early summer. It prefers full sun to afternoon shade and is drought tolerant when established.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Lavender, White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.
Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.