Schizachyrium scoparium 'The Blues'
Little Bule Stem
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:
Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.
Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.