Zone 8 · Arkansas Bluestar
Planting Arkansas Bluestar in Zone 8
Amsonia hubrichtii
✅ Arkansas Bluestar thrives in zone 8 (hardy 5–8)
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Arkansas Bluestar has a specific planting window in zone 8. Check back in spring.
Evaluated for June 13, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
May – May
Peak bloom
May
Sun required
full sun, part sun
Mature height
36"
Spacing
24" apart
Type
perennial
How to plant Arkansas Bluestar in zone 8
Plant in spring. Feathery foliage turns gold in fall — strong four-season structure plant.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Arkansas Bluestar peaks in May. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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