Amsonia 'Blue Ice', 2L
£14.00
notes
Native to America, this exquisite perennial is pretty in all stages, from the slate blue buds which open into pale star-like flowers, to the willow-shaped foliage which turns a golden yellow in the autumn.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2L
- Height and Spread: 50cm (2ft 6in) x 45cm (1ft 6in) after 1-2 years
Features
notes
Native to America, this exquisite perennial is pretty in all stages, from the slate blue buds which open into pale star-like flowers, to the willow-shaped foliage which turns a golden yellow in the autumn.
INSIGHTS
There is a nice story behind the name: John Amson was an English physician who was called in to see a certain George Washington who thought he had consumption (TB). Amsonia assured him he only had a bad cold. In 1760 the local perennial, known as ‘Blue Star’ was given the name Amsonia.
DETAILS
The extraordinarily blue flowers will bloom from May - July
PLANTING
- Well drained fertile soil
- All aspects
- Full sun, partial shade
CARE
Deadhead the flowers as they fade to encourage further blooming. Mulch well in the spring.
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