Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

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Item # 88475
each $5.99
3 to 6 $5.79
7 or more $5.59

Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

Little Bluestem Grass

Quick Facts :: Growing Tips

Full and Afternoon Sun Xeric  Legend

Description:

This outstanding new selection of Little Bluestem grass, released by Jelitto Seed of Germany, has silver-blue foliage and a sturdy, upright growth habit. ‘Prairie Blues’ is an eye catching grass in the fall garden as well where turns a pleasing orangey-red color. Place the plants so the afternoon sun shines through the ripening seeds. 36-40” x 15” wide, (seed propagated). Zones 4-8.

Special Notes:

Plant with Sedum varieties ‘Autumn Joy’ and ‘Arthur Branch’!

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QUICK FACTS
USDA Growing Zones 4 - 9
Make the Most of Color! Blue, Silver
Regions Hot Desert, Southeast, Suitable for Elevations Above 7000 ft., USA
Rain Less than 10in., 10in - 20in, 20in - 30in, 30in - 40in (with care)
Bloom Time Summer
Sun Full and Afternoon Sun
Soil Average Garden Soil, Sandy Garden Soil
Moisture Xeric
Height Medium - 12in. to 36in.
GROWING TIPS

Easily grown in any well-drained soil.