Amsonia rigida

Also Known As

Rigid Blue Star

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 30"-40"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

6a-9b

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Amsonia rigida plant details

Amsonia rigida is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Amsonia rigida

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 30 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amsonia rigida

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A rare species of Bluestar which produces large loose clusters of blue star-shaped flowers in mid to late spring atop sturdy stems that are adorned with narrow deep green lanceolate foliage. A clump forming native perennial for average to moist garden soils. Received the highest possible rating of a 5.00 in the UGA 2011 trials!

By: Almost Eden

Garden photo gallery of Amsonia rigida

Photo of Amsonia rigida flower, foliage, form by Jon T. Lindstrom

By: Jon T. Lindstrom

By: Almost Eden

Gardening facts about Amsonia rigida plant

How to Grow Amsonia rigida

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant