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Bluestar True

Amsonia x String Theory Proven Winners

Award-winning, thread-leaf bluestar with an ethereal, cloud-like presence and stunning seasonal interest.

$51.90

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About this plant

Amsonia x 'String Theory' PPAF (Proven Winners®) is a breakthrough bluestar hybrid, boasting a dense, rounded habit of exceptionally fine, thread-like foliage. This unique texture creates a soft, airy, and cloud-like effect in the landscape, adding sophisticated elegance to any garden. In late spring to early summer, clusters of star-shaped, soft periwinkle-blue flowers emerge, providing a delicate and enchanting display. These charming blooms attract various pollinators, adding life and movement to your garden design. Beyond its exquisite flowers and foliage, 'String Theory' truly shines in autumn with a spectacular transformation to brilliant golden-yellow. This season-long appeal makes it an invaluable addition to borders, cottage gardens, or naturalized plantings, offering continuous beauty and structural interest.

Care & maintenance

A low-maintenance perennial, 'String Theory' thrives with minimal attention once established. Deadhead spent flowers for a tidier appearance, though it's not strictly necessary. Cut back old foliage in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges. Avoid over-fertilizing, as this can encourage leggy growth. Generally pest and disease resistant.

Quick facts

Type
perennial
Mature height
2-3 feet
Mature width
2-3 feet
Sun
Full Sun to Part Sun
Water
Average to Low
Growth rate
Medium