Eastern Blue Star

Larger than the other blue stars, eastern blue star is robust, upright, clump-forming perennial flower.

In spring, pale blue star-shaped flowers bloom in clustsers at the tips of the stems.

Its leaves are beautiful throughout the growing season. In summer, the willow-like leaves are a glossy green. In fall, they turn bright gold.

Eastern blue star is a reliable, carefree plant.

Cluster of white star-shaped flowers with green leaves.
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Close-up of lush green leaves with a central vein and smooth edges.
Close-up of a plant with light green seed pods and elongated green leaves.
A lush garden with yellow-green foliage and tall grasses against a backdrop of coniferous trees.
A dense bush with vibrant yellow-green leaves in a sunlit garden setting.
Dense greenery with slender, pointed leaves in green and yellow hues.
A lush garden with dark brown seed heads in front of bright yellow foliage.

Eastern Blue Star

Larger than the other blue stars, eastern blue star is robust, upright, clump-forming perennial flower.

In spring, pale blue star-shaped flowers bloom in clustsers at the tips of the stems.

Its leaves are beautiful throughout the growing season. In summer, the willow-like leaves are a glossy green. In fall, they turn bright gold.

Eastern blue star is a reliable, carefree plant.

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Amsonia tabernaemontana

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Pronunciation

am-SO-nee-uh tab-er-nay-MON-tah-nuh

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Mature Height

2 to 3 ft.

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Mature Spread

2 to 3 ft.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

light blue

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Bloom time

May to June

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Natural Habitat

southeastern United States

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9

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Elevation Limit

hardy to 8,000 ft.

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