dwarf blue star
Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Short Stack'
Overview
Dwarf blue star (Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Short Stack') is an amazing plant species due to its versatility and hardiness. This low-maintenance perennial is compact and features fragrant, star-shaped blue flowers in the springtime. Long, narrow foliage with a mid-green color stays vivid through the summer months and turns a stunning golden yellow in autumn. This versatile plant is perfect for the front of a garden bed or as a low hedge, and can handle extreme temperatures and humidity with ease. Its low-growing habit eliminates the need for pruning, while its long-lasting blooms brighten up any garden. Dwarf blue star is a great choice for those looking for an attractive, easy-care plant.
Care Guide
Watering
This plant species requires frequent watering during its growing season – about once a week or when the top 1-2 inches of soil is dry. When temperatures are warmer (usually during the summer months), the soil should be checked even more frequently and watered when dry. To avoid overwatering, the soil should be allowed to dry moderately between waterings.
Light
This Dwarf Blue Star (Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Short Stack') is best grown in full sun. It is recommended that the plant receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Morning sunlight, or sun before 10:00, is optimal as the plant may experience stress from too much afternoon sun.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5-9.
Pruning
The best time to prune this plant is immediately after the plant has finished blooming, typically late spring or early summer. When pruning, it is best to cut back the stems to just above the next pair of leaves, removing any dead branches or stems. This will help to promote new growth and a bushier plant. Avoid pruning too severely, as this can cause damage to the plant and result in fewer flowers overall. It is important to note that while pruning is beneficial for dwarf blue star, it should be done sparingly. Pruning too often can strip away leaves and reduce the number of flowers produced. Dwarf blue star should only be pruned once or twice a season for optimal results.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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