1-gallon Amsonia Storm Cloud Blue Star Flower is a stunning perennial grown in zones 5-9. Its blue blooms in spring and size make it perfect for borders or containers.
Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' Blue Star
Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' Blue Star
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Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' is a beautiful and easy-to-grow perennial plant. It is known for its dark, almost black stems and foliage, and its vibrant blue flowers. Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' typically grows 2-3 feet tall and wide, and produces masses of flowers from late spring to early summer. The flowers are also attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' is a relatively low-maintenance plant. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant and deer-resistant.
Here are some tips for growing Amsonia 'Storm Cloud':
- Plant in full sun to partial shade.
- Choose a well-drained soil.
- Water regularly, especially during the first year after planting.
- Fertilize once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune lightly in the spring to remove dead or damaged branches.
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage new growth.
Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' is a versatile plant that can add interest and texture to any garden. It is also a great way to attract pollinators and extend the blooming season into the summer.
Here are some creative ways to use Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' in your garden:
- Plant it in a mass planting to create a stunning display of color.
- Use it to fill in gaps in your borders or beds.
- Plant it in containers on your patio or deck.
- Use it to create a cut flower garden.
- Pair it with other plants in complementary colors, such as yellow, orange, or white.
No matter how you choose to use it, Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' is a surefire way to add beauty and interest to your garden.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
