Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Beth's Blue® plays well with others in mixed borders and pots. A lovely, delicate-looking plant, it has ferny, green leaves with interesting fine texture. The plant has a mounded habit, upright branched stems, and a profusion of dainty, star-shaped flowers that bloom just above the foliage. Each fragrant blossom is 1 1/2 inches across and has five lobes. Plant this award winner in late spring and it will bloom through summer until frost.
Beth's Blue® thrives in dry heat. It has few pests, attracts bees, and repels deer and rabbits. A member of the campanula (bellflower family,) Isotoma axillaris is an annual herb of Australia and New Zealand. Use as an edging plant, a mass planting in the landscape, or as a filler in combination pots and window boxes. It is ideal for the mixed flower border. It looks nice spilling over retaining walls.
Beth's Blue® Star Flower Care
This easy-care plant is self-cleaning, so it does not need deadheading. Plant it in well-drained, average soil in full sun to partial shade.
Beth's Blue® requires a medium amount of water. Shearing in midseason encourages more flowers.
Beth's Blue® Star Flower Spacing
If you are growing it in a border or mass planting, space the plants 8 to 12 inches apart. It has a spread of 10 to 14 inches.
Beth's Blue® Star Flower Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-11 |
| Flower Color(s): Purple |
| Flower Description: Lavender |
| Bloom Period: Planting To Frost |
| Foliage Color(s) Green |
| Light Exposure: Full Sun |
| Height Class: Medium |
| Height: 12-14 Inches |
| Spread: 10-14 Inches |
| Spacing: 8-12 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded |
| Watering: Average |
| Drought Tolerant: No |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Use Types: Combinations, Container, Edging Plant, Landscape, Mass Planting |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Deadheading Not Necessary |
| Maintenance: Easy |
| Scientific Name: Isotoma axillaris 'Beth's Blue®' |
| Common Name: Beth's Blue® Star Flower |
| Other Name(s): Rock Isotome, Showy Isotome, |
| Plant Type: Annual |
| Brand: Proven Winners |
- SKU:
- LAUBBP
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
3.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
~1.42 quarts
Also Known As:
4.25" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.93"H x 4.25"W
Volume:
~1.56 pints
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
~1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
~2.26-3.73 quarts
We stand behind our plants with industry-leading guarantees to give you peace of mind.
We want your plants to arrive in great condition! If you notice any issues upon delivery, contact us within 3 days.
All annuals, houseplants & vegetables, we provide a 30-day warranty to ensure that your plants thrive.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
If you have any questions about shipping restrictions, feel free to reach out to our team!