Amsonia hybrida 'Blue Ice', Blue Star conifer You can tell them it

You can tell them it comes from the mid-elevations of the Himalayas — exotic but tolerant of the cold

Survived 12º F in our garden

does not thrive in clay soil

Low mounding form if left unstaked

Amsonia hybrida 'Blue Ice', Blue Star conifer You can tell them itClusters of vivid, purplish blue star flowers emerge from purple black buds in late spring and summer. Golden yellow fall foliage color makes it valuable in the fall garden, too, especially when planted in a drift. Best in full sun. Drought tolerant once established but does its best with some summer water (~once a week). Mature size: 2 ft T x W Minimum temperature: 20 F (The last two pics show fall leaf color.)