Storm Cloud Blue Star is an erect mounding perennial with near black stems that hold narrow willow-like olive green foliage with silver veining that turns rich gold yellow in fall.  Pyramidal clusters of small pale periwinkle star-shaped flowers bloom at the tips of the stem in late spring into summer and can experience a rebloom.  Best fall colors are in full sun, but flowers last longer with afternoon shade in the South.  Heat tolerant.

MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low maintenance.  Water regularly in well-drained soils.  Plants tend to flop if not cut back after flowering.

LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Woodland Gardens, Rock Gardens, and Containers

COMPANION PLANTS: Gayfeather, Muhly Grass, Phlox

IMAGE: Photos by Proven Winners, Storm Cloud Blue Star