Amsonia hubrichtii - P9

Description
The Hubricht's bluestar (Amsonia hubrichtii) is a popular plant for the balcony that produces countless light blue flowers throughout the season. The medium green leaves are lanceolate. A sunny position and a well-drained substrate are preferred.

Bulletpoints
* Repeat-flowering * Attractive amber-yellow autumn colouring

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Hubricht's bluestar are medium green, lanceolate. Hubricht's bluestar is bright amber yellow in autumn.

Growth
Upright, loose.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Well-drained, calcareous, nutrient-rich substrate preferred.

Planting time
Planting: After the last frosts.

Care
Regular watering in summer is particularly important. Morning or evening is the best time for this. Watering should also be done slowly and, if possible, not over flowers and leaves.

Flower
The light blue, star-shaped flowers appear from May to July.

Use
Group planting, rock garden