Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues' |
+ Add |
Little Blue Stem |
This grass-like perennial will grow 2'-4' tall and 1'-2' wide. It has wonderful blue leaves that eventually turn a unique reddish color.
Plant Type
Perennial, Grass
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green, Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Meadow, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Park, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.