Amsonia tabernaemontana (dwarf forms)

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Summary

The dwarf forms of Amsonia tabernaemontana (wideleaf bluestar) are something of a horticultural enigma. These plants were first introduced into the trade as Amsonia montana, a name now considered invalid. They most closely resemble a compact form of A. tabernaemontana var. tabernaemontana, as they emerge from dormancy around the same time in early spring and have a similar bloom time in mid-April through May. Minor differences can be observed in the flowers and in the narrower foliage of the dwarf forms when compared to wideleaf bluestar. This trial included three dwarf forms, Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Montana’, Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Short Stack’, and Amsonia tabernaemontana “dwarf form”. All three are exceptional garden plants, providing an excellent floral display and attractive foliage.

Name	Rating	Size Category	Habit	Foliage Texture	Floral Display
Amsonia tabernaemontana “dwarf form”	4.6	medium	clumping	medium – coarse	excellent
Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Montana’	4.7	medium	clumping	medium – coarse	excellent
Amsonia tabernaemontana ‘Short Stack’	4.8	medium	clumping	medium – coarse	excellent

Details

Rating
4.6 to 4.8
Common Name
Wideleaf bluestar