Plant Library

Blue Star Flower Butterscotch

Common Name: Blue Star Flower

Botanical Name: Amsonia

Variety: Butterscotch

Blossom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: Summer

Zone: 4 to 9

Exposure: Sun or Part Shade

Mature Height: 24-36"

Mature Width: 36-48"

Notes: Similar to other Amsonia but with improved form. Abundant clusters of small, powdery blue flowers on reddish stems above a mound of willowy, narrow foliage. The bright green leaves of spring and summer change to dramatic hues of yellow, deep gold and butterscotch in fall. Easy to grow and relatively low maintenance.