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Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'

Little Bule Stem

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Description

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'

Width 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

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.