Fringed Bluestar (Amsonia Ciliata) is a perennial herb in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Amsonia ciliata is a clump-forming perennial known for its fine-textured, blue star-shaped flowers and narrow seed pods, native to the southeastern and south-central United States.

Fringed Bluestar

Fringed Bluestar

Amsonia Ciliata

Amsonia ciliata is a clump-forming perennial known for its fine-textured, blue star-shaped flowers and narrow seed pods, native to the southeastern and south-central United States.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractant, ornamental, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fringed Bluestar

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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Fringed Bluestar
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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Amsonia