Growing zones
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- Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Mature Plant Size (H x W):
12-15" x 18-24" 
Bloom Season:
Spring, Summer
- Attracts Bees
- Deer Resistant
- Stone Mulch
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
Planting & Care for Amsonia
Preparation
- Amsonia is a fool-proof plant that will grow in almost any garden due to its low-maintenance, easy to grow and trouble-free nature.
- A great landscape plant for the perennial border. Great plant used in mass and as edging.
- Mature growth is around 12-15" tall and 18-24" across when mature.
- Flowers May-June.
- Well-drained soil in full sun to part shade (afternoon shade preferred).
- Prefers moist, loamy soils.
- Cut the stems back within 6-8" of the ground after flowering.
Planting & Handling Help
Download our Planting and Handling Guide below to plan for a successful arrival and install of your plants. Be sure to water all plants as soon as they arrive and every day until you’re ready to plant. Keep any bare root bundles in a shady, cool spot with the roots covered at all times.
Learn More
Watch our videos on handling bare root plants, how your order is prepared for shipment and more.
Plant Sizing
What is the difference between Containers, Grow Bags, Bare Root, and Balled & Burlap (B&B)?
Shipping Times
Our FedEx and local shipping times depend on two factors, one is by the region and the second is the type of product being shipped. For example, small fruits are only shipped in spring, but majority of our perennials are shipped from spring until fall. Keep in mind the dates below act as a general guide. Due to unpredictable weather, staffing, inventory and industry demands these timelines can change. Therefore, we cannot guarantee any of these times.
Shipping Dates by Region*
Northern Cold Region: April 22nd - November 7th
Northern Region: April 15th - November 7th
Middle Region: April 1st - November 7th
Southern Region: March 15th - November 7th
Local Delivery (small radius from Waterloo, WI): April 22nd - November 7th
Shipping Dates by Season*
Spring Shipping: Region Start Date (above) - May
Fall Shipping: September - November
Due to unpredictable weather, these times may vary. Some varieties are exceptions due to heat and plant health reasons. Enter your shipping zip code at the top of this page and be sure to check the shipping information on each product before you add it to your cart. If the product is too large or restricted in your state, you will not be able to checkout with that item in your cart.