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The Plant Life of the Lurie Garden


Overview
Perennials and Bulbs of the Lurie Garden

Willowleaf Blue Star

longlasting; golden autumn color; grows to size of small shrub

 
Latin name Amsonia tabernaemontana var. salicifolia
Common name Willowleaf Blue Star
Family Apocynaceae
Zone Z4-9
Bloom time Summer
Season(s) of Interest Fall
Height 3'
Native or origin Eastern US
Soil conditions Drought tolerant
Flower color Steely Blue
Known wildlife aspects Hummingbirds
Light Requirements Full Sun or Part-Shade
Lurie Garden location Light Plate
Companion plants



City of Chicago Seal