Eastern Bluestar (Amsonia tabernaemontana)

Blue, late spring blooms for rich, well drained soils. Flowers attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and hummingbird moths! Deer resistant and somewhat drought tolerant once established. Prefers the higher end of part sun or the lower end of full sun (roughly 4-8 hours).

Light: Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic

Soil Type: Loam, Rocky Loam, Sandy Loam

Height: 2-4

Bloom Color: Blue

Bloom Time: May

Root Type: Taproot

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers attract hummingbirds, large bees, butterflies, and large moths such as hummingbird moths. Hosts at least one species of aphid. Foliage is toxic and avoided by herbivores.