Schizachyrium scoparium Blue Heaven ('MinnblueA' PP17310) (20)ct Flat
Common Name: Grass-Ornamental, Little Bluestem
Zone 3 to 9, Full sun.
Plants reach 42 to 54 inches tall and 30 to 40 inches wide.
Blue Heavenhas a taller, more upright habit that does not tend to flop like the species. In the summer, the foliage color is a brighter steel blue color with purple highlights, looking almost iridescent up close. From late summer through early fall, glossy purple panicles appear with fluffy tan seeds attached. The fall color is also improved over the species, including a mix of purple, blue, red, pink, burgundy, and orange pigments. This color persists into mid-fall, after which snow typically arrives in the Midwest.
This grass is terrific in a border or meadow setting. It needs full sun and is tolerant of heat and humidity. Schizachyrium can grow in either acidic or alkaline soils, and can tolerate a range of moisture conditions including average to extremely dry. It does not need to be fertilized. It's a good idea to cut this grass back to ground level in late fall in order to have a sturdier plant the coming year. Schizachyrium is a great choice if you are looking to restore an eroded site, or for a plant that will grow in hot, dry areas where other plants have a hard time surviving.
Attributes: Border plants, Drought Tolerant, Erosion control, Mass planting, Deer resistant. for shipment to CA |
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