Meet ‘Storm Cloud’ bluestar (Amsonia tabernaemontana), a Proven Winners® selection that will take your garden by storm! This native perennial powerhouse combines beauty with exceptional durability, making it the perfect addition to any sunny garden.
Near-black stems emerge in spring, adorned with striking silver leaves. As the season progresses, delicate blue flowers appear, contrasting the dark foliage from midsummer through fall. These blooms’ irresistible nectar attracts a constant buzz of pollinators, adding a touch of life and movement to your garden. This perennial doesn’t just look good; it’s also tolerant of heat, cold, and drought, making it easy to care for as well!
Vital Details:
Plant size: 24-30″ x 38-42″
Light: Sun (> 6 hours sun), part-sun (4-6 hours sun)
Water: Average moisture is sufficient; tolerates some dryness once established.
Hardiness: USDA zone 4-9 (Find your hardiness zone)
Pollinator value: Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds of all types, as well as other pollinating insects.
Host Plant To The Following: Snowberry Clearwing, Coral Hairstreak.
Features: Proven Winners, heat tolerant, deer resistant, cold tolerant, best sellers, best for beginners, rain garden, dry soils
Pot size: One quart
Plant name: Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Storm Cloud’