Fringed Bluestar
Amsonia ciliata
Apocynaceae
Growth habit
Herbaceous
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
NC to FL, MO and TX
Location
Source of plant
We-Du Nurseries
Description
Distinct from the more familiar A. tabernaemontana by its quite narrow leaves. Plants 18-24" tall. Chicago Botanic Garden evaluation notes indicate this had consistent severe chlorosis in their trials (1994-1999) Issue 18, 2002.
USDA Hardiness Zone
5
Special characteristics
notable texture, fall color