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Schizachryium scoparium

Little Blue Stem

  • Category: Ornamental Grass
  • Hardiness Zone:4-10
  • Height:24-48 Inches
  • Spread:24-30 Inches
  • Bloom Color: White

This clump forming, warm season native is at its prime in the Autumn when the bronze to orange-red fall colors set off the seed heads. Emerges with blue-green foliage.

Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Season of Interest (Flowering)
Fall
Winter
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Summer
Bloom Time
August - September
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachryium scoparium

A prolific reseeder.