Schizachyrium (syn Andropogon) scoparium 'Prairie Blues'

Little Bluestem

Plant Type: Grass - Ornamental

FULL Sun

An improved selection of the native bluestem. It offers striking gray-blue, upright foliage that takes on reddish-orange tones in the fall. Fluffy silver seed heads from late summer well into fall.

Height

36-40"

Spread

18"

Growth Habit

THRILLER (upright)

Landscape Application:

The perfect choice for beds and borders.

Schizachyrium (syn Andropogon) scoparium 'Prairie Blues' Plant Care:

Prefers well-drained, amended soil.

USDA Hardiness Zone: Zone 3 (-40/-30F)

Little Bluestem Characteristics & Attributes

Season of Interest

MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost)

Mid Season (May - June)

Late Season (July - frost)

Soil Moisture Needs

Low soil moisture.

Average

Critter Resistance

Deer Resistant

Little Bluestem Additional Information

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