Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud'

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 24"-36"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' plant details

Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds 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 tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, compact

GROWING CONDITIONS for Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud'

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

Amsonia 'Storm Cloud' is an exciting new variety of blue star. The new stems emerge near-black with leaves that are very dark green with silver veins. The stems stay dark throughout the spring to hold the masses of light periwinkle blue, star-shaped flowers. Though the main bloom is in late spring, 'Storm Cloud' often reblooms for many weeks afterward.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Compact Ozark native perennial emerges with very dark stems and foliage, greening up as the days get longer and warmer. Clusters of sky blue starry flowers open in mid-late spring on compact 2' x 3' plants.

By: Avant Gardens

Gardening facts about Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' plant

How to Grow Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud'

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
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous