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Amsonia ciliata ‘Spring Sky’


Fringed Blue Star

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.034.180


This is a fantastic selection of the southeastern North America native Amsonia ciliata. Flowers are larger, more prominent, fully opened and last longer than the straight species. It is long-blooming and compact in habit. The plant forms a low mound of green willow-like leaves, bearing clusters of dark-blue buds on erect stems. These buds open into delicate soft-blue flowers in mid-spring and last for several weeks. Leaves turn golden-yellow to bronze with the onset of cooler temperatures. Plants are long-lived, ideal for massing or growing near the front of the sunny border. Easy and carefree. Drought tolerant. Discovered at the Henry Foundation, Philadelphia, PA. If plants splay open after blooming, just shear back by half to encourage fresh bushy growth.

Further details for
Amsonia ciliata ‘Spring Sky’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.












Amsonia ciliata ‘Spring Sky’


Fringed Blue Star

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.034.180


This is a fantastic selection of the southeastern North America native Amsonia ciliata. Flowers are larger, more prominent, fully opened and last longer than the straight species. It is long-blooming and compact in habit. The plant forms a low mound of green willow-like leaves, bearing clusters of dark-blue buds on erect stems. These buds open into delicate soft-blue flowers in mid-spring and last for several weeks. Leaves turn golden-yellow to bronze with the onset of cooler temperatures. Plants are long-lived, ideal for massing or growing near the front of the sunny border. Easy and carefree. Drought tolerant. Discovered at the Henry Foundation, Philadelphia, PA. If plants splay open after blooming, just shear back by half to encourage fresh bushy growth.

Further details for
Amsonia ciliata ‘Spring Sky’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Dry or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Light Blue
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
  Woodland
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.