‘Storm Cloud’ Bluestar (Amsonia)

Description

Bring the tranquil beauty of a spring sky to your garden with ‘Storm Cloud’ Bluestar, a stunning native perennial that captivates with its profusion of delicate, star-shaped flowers. In mid to late spring, this exceptional cultivar erupts in clouds of soft periwinkle-blue blooms, creating an ethereal display that seems to float above its graceful, willow-like foliage.

What sets ‘Storm Cloud’ apart is its refined, compact habit and dense branching structure, making it more garden-worthy than traditional Amsonia varieties. The narrow, needle-like leaves create a fine-textured appearance throughout the growing season, then transform into brilliant golden-yellow in fall, providing a second season of spectacular color that rivals any autumn foliage plant.

This North American native is as tough as it is beautiful. Exceptionally drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and virtually pest-free, ‘Storm Cloud’ thrives in full sun to part shade across USDA zones 4-9. It requires no staking, never needs deadheading, and maintains its neat, rounded form without any intervention—truly a plant-it-and-forget-it perennial for the modern gardener.

Ideal for cottage gardens, native plant landscapes, pollinator gardens, or mixed borders, ‘Storm Cloud’ Bluestar pairs beautifully with spring bulbs, ornamental grasses, and other sun-loving perennials. Its long blooming period and exceptional four-season interest make it an invaluable addition to any landscape.