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Arkansas Blue Star
(Amsonia hubrictii)
This Arkansas wildflower is a welcome addition to the lineup of Arkansas Select
plants. This species of Amsonia was first recognized as a distinct species in
1942 by Missouri Botanic Garden botanist Robert Woodson using material provided
him by Leslie Hubricht. The material he collected was found in Garland County.
Since then, Arkansas Blue Star has been found throughout the Ouachita region and
into adjacent areas of Oklahoma. Of all of the blue star species, this Arkansas
native is considered most ornamental. It has blue, star-like clusters of flowers
in the spring and masses of soft green, ferny foliage in the summer. In the
fall, the foliage turns a beautiful yellow, marking the plants’ most ornamental
period.
- Height: 30 to 36 inches.
- Spread: 36 inches or more but from a defined crown.
- Hardiness: Hardy statewide and as far north as zone 5.
- Planting Season: Plant anytime available from the nursery.
- Cultural Comments: This plant is native to dry, rocky outcrops in
full sun or part shade. Plants should be watered until well established, but
afterwards, will fend for themselves. In the perennial border, give the
plant room to achieve its full stature. Don’t crowd it.
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