Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blue Heaven'
Poaceae
Growth habit
Grass/Sedge
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Location
Source of plant
Avant Gardens, Emerald Coast Growers, Santa Rosa Gardens
Description
This selection of Little Bluestem has dark blue to burgundy foliage during the summer, turning purple, violet and finally red in the fall. Mature height is 4'. Inflorescenses appear on stiff stems in August and September.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
foliage characteristics, fall color