Perennials

Amsonia 'Blue Ice'

Blue Ice bluestar

cultivar photograph. Form. Surrounding plants are not included.

Dark blue buds open to periwinkle stars above compact green foliage. Leaves turn yellow in fall, extending the display. Provide average fertility; overly rich soil or heavy shade can cause flopping.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun to part shade
Mature size: 12–16 in. tall × 18–24 in. wide
Water: Moderate; moist soil preferred
Hardiness: USDA zones 3–9
Bloom: Blue; late spring–early summer.

Sizes & prices

#1$14.99

Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Resistance & tolerances

Deer: Resistant, not browse-proof.
Wet soil: Prefers moist garden soil.

Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.

Seasonal interest

Foliage: Green, then yellow in fall.
Form: Compact, slowly spreading mound.

Growing & care

Pruning: Trim after flowering if a fuller mound is needed.

Sources & photo credits

Walters Gardens

Photo: cultivar413 · CC BY 2.0

Image notes: cultivar photograph. Form. Uncropped. Surrounding plants are not included.

Reviewed September 19, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.