Blue Star Amsonia
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking deer-resistant native color.
The Blue Star Amsonia is a resilient, low-maintenance perennial native plant, celebrated for its soft, pale blue, star-shaped flowers that bloom for three weeks in late spring. Its narrow, willow-like foliage offers excellent seasonal interest, transforming into a brilliant golden yellow in the fall. This clumping plant reaches 2–3 feet tall and wide, thriving in full sun to partial shade with well-drained soil. It's an ideal choice for borders or native gardens, attracting pollinators while resisting deer.
$14.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
61
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#61 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Bloom Color
Blue
/ Blue
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking multi-season visual interest
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance landscape staples
- Suburban residents dealing with hungry deer and rabbits
Who should skip it
- Minimalists avoiding extra pruning or maintenance tasks
- Impatient gardeners looking for immediate, full-sized results
- Designers prioritizing high-contrast, vibrant floral colors
Performance breakdown
Maintenance ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in the garden bed.
Pollinator appeal
Reliably draws bees and butterflies during the late spring bloom.
Deer resistance
Stands up well against browsing animals that typically target perennials.
Seasonal versatility
Offers dual-season interest with spring flowers and brilliant autumn foliage.
Growth adaptability
Thrives across a flexible range of sun and shade conditions.
Landscape utility
Compact clumping habit fits perfectly into borders or native garden designs.
Key Specs
Bloom Color
Blue
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer (3 weeks)
Mature Height
2 to 3 feet
Mature Spread
2 to 3 feet
Sun Exposure
Full sun to part shade
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Available Size
1 gallon
Growth Habit
Clumping
Features
- Soft, pale blue flowers in late spring.
- Striking golden yellow fall foliage.
- Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Deer resistant.
- Low-maintenance plant.
- Suitable for borders and native gardens.
- Provides three weeks of bloom.
- Clumping growth habit.
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Blue Star Amsonia, noting that the plants arrive robust and well packaged. The primary theme is reliability; gardeners find this perennial establishes quickly and requires minimal effort to thrive, offering beautiful foliage and reliable spring blooms. Many reviewers highlight the ease with which these plants transition into the landscape, confirming Holly Days Nursery provides healthy, vigorous stock that meets expectations for long term garden success.
Know before you buy
Since this plant reaches a mature spread of 2 to 3 feet, you should space them at least 3 feet apart to allow for proper air circulation and to accommodate their clumping growth habit.
Yes, this variety is considered deer-resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a common concern.
Blue Star Amsonia is a low-maintenance perennial that requires very little intervention once established. It is naturally resilient and does not need frequent pruning or specialized care.
Absolutely. While it thrives in full sun, it is adaptable and performs well in partial shade, making it versatile for different light conditions in your landscape.
The plant maintains its attractive, willow-like foliage throughout the summer months. As temperatures drop in the fall, the leaves undergo a dramatic transformation, turning a brilliant golden yellow.
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