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Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake'

Also Known As

  • Georgia Pancake Threadleaf Blue Star

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 4"-6"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake' plant details

Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - 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 ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake'

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring
Uses: easy-to-grow, fall color, threadleaf, trailing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - 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

This hard to find form of Threadleaf Blue Star creeps and spills, rather than forming upright clumps. It is tolerant of dry conditions and would be useful atop a retaining wall or in a rock garden. Pale blue starry flowers in spring with always attractive foliage which turns brilliant gold in the fall. Image courtesy of Walters Garden, until we can get a good pic of our own.

Gardening facts about Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake' plant

How to Grow Amsonia ciliata var. filifolia 'Georgia Pancake'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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