by KYW's Phran Novelli
In spring, its bright blue flowers bloom against feathery green leaves that grow as full as a shrub in summer, then turn a honey color in the fall. What does all that? A native plant called Amsonia – also known as Blue Star for the shape of its flowers, which attract butterflies; while its leaves provide food for their babies. And here’s another reason to love Amsonia - the deer don’t like it at all.
Amsonia looks great in masses, so plant plenty together in sun or part shade. It takes a couple of years to get going, but by the third year it grows fully fluffy and two-feet high or more. Its finely-texture leaves respond easily to a breeze, adding movement to your garden from summer to autumn, when their gorgeous golden color grabs your attention all over again.
Amsonia – put it on your list of perennials to plant next spring.
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