Amsonia hubrichtii (Threadleaf Bluestar)

Threadleaf Bluestar (Amsonia hubrichtii) 

Height, Spread: 2-3 ft for both

Water/Soil: Average/medium, well-drained

Light: Full sun-part shade

Bloom: Spring, small blue flowers

Native Range: Ouachita Mountains, Arkansas and Oklahoma 

Qualities: Attractive to pollinators, Deer resistant

Notes: Clumping herbaceous perennial wildflower uncommon in the Ouachita Mountain range in AR & OK. It is known for its narrow, threadlike leaves, which turn gold in autumn. It is attractive to pollinators and is deer resistant. Best planted in rock gardens, borders, or open woodland areas. It is most attractive when planted in mass.