Eastern Bluestar

When grown in full sun, plants often require no pruning or staking. Can tolerate poorly drained soil and some drought. When grown in some shade and/or in rich soils, however, plants tend to become more open and floppy and often require staking or pruning. For a neater appearance stems may be cut back by 1/2 to 1/3 after flowering to promote bushy growth and, if desired, a more rounded foliage mound. Foliage may turn an attractive yellow in fall. Cut back last season's growth during the winter months. This species is very easy to grow with few disease or pest problems. Not attractive to deer.