blue star

Blue Star (Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud') should be pruned once a year in late spring or early summer, after blooming has stopped. Pruning should involve removing dead, diseased, or overgrown branches/stems. When possible, cutting the stems back to the base of the plant results in a bushier form with increased flowering. This pruning should also help to keep the plant within its desired size and shape.

Blue star (Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud') is a popular variety of ornamental plant, due to its light airy blue-green foliage and its compact habit. This plant species prefers full sun to part-shade, and should receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily in order to thrive. If planted in a spot that receives more sun than the recommended amount, supplemental watering will be necessary to prevent wilting and sunburn. Planting this species in shade may cause the leaves to turn a darker green and the plants may not reach their full mature height.

This species of plant should be watered frequently, but not too much. During the summer months, you should water it twice a week to ensure that it has enough moisture. However, during the colder winter months, reduce your watering to once every 2 weeks.