Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues' | |
The Blues Little Bluestem | |
Schizachyrium scoparium, also known Little Bluestem Grass, this grass features blue, green, purple blend of foliage. One of the best ornamental features of this grass is its bronze-orange foliage color in the fall. Good for rain gardens. Deer resistant drought tolerant. FEATURES: Botanical Name: Schizachyrium scoparium Common Name: Little Bluestem Grass Features: Drought Tolerant, Fall Color, Winter Interest, Native to North America, Low Maintenance Bloom Time: Summer - Winter Light Requirements: Full Sun Resists Deer Mature Plant Size: 3 - 4 feet Zone 3 - 10 | |
Feed in March and November with Planttone. Re-mulch every January and June. Prune almost to the ground every April 1st. Deep soak every 2 weeks the first 2 summers. Cut plumes in fall and spray with preservative for dried flower arrangements | |
Very hardy, Fall Color, Winter Interest | |
Summer - Winter | |
3-4' x 2' | |
2' | |
Fast | |
Full Sun | |
Zone 3-9 |