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Prairie Blues Little Bluestem Grass

Schizachyrium scoparium 'Prairie Blues'

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This western selection of Little Bluestem has gray-blue foliage and a strong, upright habit. This native prairie grass provides seeds for birds and is beneficial for many butterfly species. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).

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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Prairie Blues' is a seed grown selection of Little Bluestem that has very attractive blue foliage. This native prairie grass is essential for the habitat garden providing seeds for birds and the leaves are food plants for various butterfly species. Cut back old stems to 2-3” above ground-level in mid-spring. Divide every third year.

Flat of 9 plants will cover 12-14 square feet when planted together

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key features

Advantages
  • Attracts Birds
  • Native
  • Low Maintenance
  • Deer Resistant
Light Requirements
  • Full Sun
Bloom Time
Late summer

Additional information

Planting Time
  • Spring / Summer
Soil Moisture
  • Waterwise
Water Tolerance
Low-Water
Soil Type
  • Average Soil
  • Clay Soil
  • Sandy Soil
Mature Height
32-36" tall
Mature Spread
12-15" wide
Growing Zones
  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
  • Zone 9
Ideal Region
  • Anywhere In The US
  • Northeast
  • Midwest
  • Southwest
  • West
  • Pacific Northwest
Native To
North America
Neonicotinoid Free
Yes
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