Amsonia 'Blue Ice'

Amsonia ‘Blue Ice’ (Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Blue Ice’) is a compact, clump‐forming perennial prized for its tidy habit and striking spring blooms. In late spring to early summer, its fine, blue‐green foliage is blanketed with sky‐blue, star‐shaped flowers, creating a soft haze of colour. In autumn, the leaves transition to a glowing gold, adding seasonal interest. Thriving in full sun to part shade and preferring moist, well‐drained soil, ‘Blue Ice’ is low‐maintenance and attracts butterflies and bees. Hardy in Canadian zones 3–9, it makes an excellent choice for borders, rock gardens or mass plantings.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Blue Ice’
• Common name: Blue Ice Amsonia
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 3–9
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Moist, well‐drained; tolerates average garden soil
• Height: 30–45 cm (12–18 in)
• Width: 60–75 cm (24–30 in)
• Foliage: Fine, blue‐green leaves turning golden in autumn
• Flower colour: Sky‐blue, star‐shaped blooms
• Bloom time: Late spring to early summer (May–June)
• Maintenance: Low; divide every 3–4 years and cut back in late winter
• Advantages: Compact habit; golden fall colour; pollinator‐friendly; excellent for mixed borders and rockeries