Product Description:
Amsonia Hubrichtii Bluestar Seeds for Planting
Add a touch of elegance and serenity to your garden with Amsonia Hubrichtii Bluestar, a prized perennial known for its delicate, star-shaped pale blue flowers and fine, feathery foliage. As the seasons change, its foliage turns a stunning golden yellow, creating year-round visual interest. This hardy plant thrives in sunny to partly shaded areas, making it an excellent choice for borders, cottage gardens, or naturalized plantings.
Key Features:
• Produces soft blue, star-shaped flowers in spring
• Fine, feathery green foliage turns golden in fall
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance
• Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators
• Perfect for borders, perennial beds, and natural gardens
• Non-GMO, heirloom-quality seeds
Specifications:
• Common Name (US): Bluestar
• Botanical Name: Amsonia hubrichtii
• Variety: Bluestar
• Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial
• Flower Color: Light Blue
• Foliage: Feathery green turning golden yellow in fall
• Blooming Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Germination Time: 21–35 days
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (6 mm)
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
• Plant Height: 24–36 inches
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Suitable For: Borders, pollinator gardens, naturalized areas
Planting Guide:
• Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after frost risk passes.
• Use well-draining soil and cover seeds lightly.
• Keep soil moist until germination occurs (3–5 weeks).
• Transplant seedlings when they are large enough to handle, spacing them 18–24 inches apart.
• Water moderately and ensure the plants receive plenty of sunlight.