Eastern Bluestar (Amsonia tabernaemontana)

Photographer: Sten Porse

Description: Star-shaped light blue clusters appear in spring, followed by attractive willow-like foliage that turns a stunning golden yellow in autumn. It is a hardy, long-lived perennial that is rarely bothered by deer.

Height: 2 to 3 ft

Light: Full Sun to Part Shade

Water: Average

Spreading Habit: Slow

Spreading Method: Seeds

Bloom Time: Mid Spring

Bloom Color: Light Blue