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Amsonia hubrichtii 'Butterscotch'
Butterscotch Bluestar
- » Pale baby blue flowers in early spring
- » Improved form for garden performance
- » Outstanding fall foliage is yellow to orange
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:WorryFree®
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:2-3 ft
- Spread:2-3 ft
- Bloom Color: Blue Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Butterscotch Bluestar is a low-maintenance perennial with three-season interest. Powdery blue, star-shaped flowers bloom over delicate, feathery foliage in spring, followed by glowing golden-butterscotch fall color. Exceptionally hardy, deer-resistant, and drought-tolerant, it requires minimal care.
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Foliage Color
| • | Yellow |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Blue |
Programs
| • | WorryFree® Plants |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Amsonia hubrichtii 'Butterscotch'
Provide consistent moisture during the first growing season; plants become moderately drought-tolerant once established. Fertilize lightly with balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost in early spring, though little to none is generally needed. Prune back by 1/3 to 1/2 after flowering to encourage a bushier habit and prevent flopping. Grows best in full sun to part shade.