Amsonia Blue Ice #1
Amsonia Blue Ice #1
Blue Ice Blue Star
Deep blue star-shaped flowers over compact, glossy green foliage
Regular price
$1399
$13.99
/
- Low stock - 3 items left
- Inventory on the way
A long-blooming, compact selection of the native Amsonia tabernaemontana. Lavender-blue star shaped flowers in May and June. Easy to grow, drought tolerant once established. Brilliant yellow fall color. Deer resistant. 12 - 15"
Botanical Name- Amsonia Blue Ice
Pronunciation- am-SOH-nee-uh
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Evenly moist, well drained
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Steel blue
Bloom Time- May - June
Companion Plants- Geranium sanguineum (long bloom, complementary color)
Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, occasional hummingbird visits
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP45
Yearly Care Instructions- Cut back spent stems in late fall; fertilize in spring and provide moderate watering.
Trimming Instructions- Cut back in late fall or early spring to tidy up the plant.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed sparingly with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; low feeding need. Over-fertilizing can lead to floppy stems in clay soil.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Leaf miners, rust, powdery mildew
We offer in store pickup or local delivery within 20 miles of either store- Delivery and Planting Guide
Shopping FAQs
