Schizachyrium scoparium

Little Bluestem

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Tight, upright habit of spiky bluish-green foliage; transitions to a striking reddish-bronze. Sturdy, thick stems keep this plant standing tall, even in snow and rain. Seed heads not only add texture to the landscape, but also provide food for birds and small creatures. 


  •  · Blue-green leaf color
  •  · Upright habit
  •  · Densely mounded
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Height:

2-3 ft

Zone:

3-9

Schizachyrium scoparium

Exposure

• Sun Tolerant

Soil Moisture Needs

• Dry

Nature Attraction

• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Attracts Butterflies

Critter Resistance

• Deer Resistant

Attributes

• Drought Tolerant
• Mass Plant

Season of Interest (Flowering)

• Late Summer
• Fall

Season of Interest (Foliage)

• Winter

Schizachyrium

Common Name: Little Bluestem

Native short clumping grass noted for its blue summer foliage and bright fall color. Excellent for massing or naturalizing as a ground cover.

Additional Information About Schizachyrium scoparium

Sturdy, thick stems