
Bluestar True 'Storm Cloud'
Amsonia tabernaemontana Storm Cloud Proven Winners
The 'Storm Cloud' Bluestar offers a dramatic display of deep purple, nearly black stems contrasted by brilliant periwinkle-blue flowers.
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About this plant
Amsonia tabernaemontana 'Storm Cloud' is a show-stopping perennial from the Proven Winners® collection, boasting intensely dark, nearly black stems that emerge in spring. These unique stems provide a striking backdrop for the star-shaped, periwinkle-blue flowers that appear in late spring to early summer, creating a truly unforgettable garden presence. Beyond its exquisite floral display, 'Storm Cloud' offers exceptional year-round interest. Its finely textured, dark green foliage forms an elegant, mounding habit, and in autumn, it transforms into a brilliant golden-yellow, extending the season of color. This robust and adaptable native perennial is an excellent choice for borders, mass plantings, or as a specimen plant, providing dynamic texture and color to any garden design with minimal fuss.
Care & maintenance
Easily grown in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Cut back stems by one-half after flowering to encourage dense growth and prevent flopping. No serious pest or disease problems.
Quick facts
- Type
- perennial
- Mature height
- 24-30 inches
- Mature width
- 30-36 inches
- Sun
- Full sun to partial shade
- Water
- Medium
- Growth rate
- Medium