Amsonia tabernaemontana (eastern bluestar)

General info: Amsonia tabernaemontana, commonly called eastern bluestar, is a North American native perennial that thrives in medium well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Eastern bluestar is typically found growing in thickets and woodlands. It preforms best in full sun but can be grown in some shade. This native wildflower has light blue star shaped blooms and its foliage will turn yellow in fall.

Landscape uses: Amsonia tabernaemontana is a very easy to grow native herbaceous perennial. This wildflower can be grown in pots or planted in attractive masses for a native garden. Eastern bluestar could also be planted in a shade garden or used as a perennial border.