Little Bluestem

Schizachyrium scoparium

Poaceae

Growth Habit

Grass/Sedge

Description

36-40” x 15-18” wide. This selection of Little Bluestem, released by Jelitto Seed of Germany, has grayish-blue foliage and a sturdy, upright growth habit. ‘Prairie Blues’ is an eye catching grass in the fall garden, where it turns a pleasing purple with hints of orange-red.

Source of plant

Emerald Coast Growers, North Creek Nurseries

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

fall color, foliage characteristics