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Butterscotch™ Amsonia Plant

11.99
  • - Blue Star
  • - Height: 24-30 inches
  • - Hardiness Zone: 4-9
  • - Exposure: Part Shade
  • - Bloom Time: May-June
  • - Each Quart contains 1 Butterscotch™ Amsonia Plant
Plant Features

ButterscotchAmsonia Plants are just like traditional amsonia but with striking reddish stems and turns a rich, butterscotch color in fall. They will reward you with loads of blue-grey flowers in summer. This variety has increased disease resistance. Established plants can offer short periods of drought relief. Amsonia attracts early season butterflies; deer and rabbits tend to avoid it.

Our Amsonia (Bluestar) Plants are grown with care and free from harmful pesticides, making them a safe and beautiful addition to your garden. Guaranteed to arrive healthy and ready to thrive!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Best planted in spring or fall for optimal root establishment
  • - Space plants 18-24 inches apart to allow for mature growth

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0
  • - Prefers well-drained soil but tolerates clay and rocky soils

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water thoroughly when first planted, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged
  • - Once established, Amsonia is drought-tolerant and requires minimal watering

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage growth and blooming
  • - Avoid heavy fertilization, as Amsonia thrives in lean soils

Pruning and Training:

  • - Cut back stems by one-third after flowering to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent flopping
  • - Remove dead stems in late fall or early spring to promote new growth

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Amsonia is generally pest-free and deer-resistant
  • - Ensure good air circulation to prevent any potential fungal issues

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms in late spring to early summer with clusters of star-shaped blue flowers

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, tolerates heat and cold once established

Companion Plants for Amsonia:

  • - Echinacea: Complements Amsonia with its vibrant, daisy-like blooms and pollinator appeal
  • - Salvia: Adds vertical spikes of blue or purple that contrast beautifully with Amsonia’s soft flowers
  • - Coreopsis: Offers a continuous display of yellow blooms that pairs well with Amsonia’s blue flowers
  • - Achillea: Complements Amsonia with its delicate flower clusters and pollinator appeal
  • - Lavender: Adds a fragrant, drought-tolerant companion that pairs beautifully with Amsonia’s resilient nature
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 4+ hours
Soil Moisture Moist
Soil Properties Well-drained
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category 24-30 inches
Mature Spread 18-24 inches
Habit Mounded
Flower Color Blue
Foliage Color Green in the spring and golden yellow in the fall
Attracts Butterflies, Wild Birds
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Butterfly Garden, Cottage Garden, English Garden
Plant Used for Aesthetic Appeal, Borders and Edging, Texture
Pet Friendly Yes
Plant Type Hybrid
Tolerates Clay soil, Sandy soil

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Amsonia

This is my first time to plant this plant. It came nicely packed, excellent roots, moist and very green. I look forward to watching it grow. As always your plants are awesome.

From Bobbie | October 15, 2021


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