Schizachyrum scoparium

Schizachyrum scoparium (Little Bluestem)

Little Bluestem

Little Bluestem is one of the best small, non-spreading, clump-forming native grasses. Little Bluestem's blue-green leaves turn reddish orange in the fall. Fluffy silver seed heads are ornamental through winter. Easy to establish and perfect in short- to mid-height prairie plantings.

Easy-to-establish
Perfect in monocultures or mixes
Food and cover for wildlife

Height

24-36 Inches

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Spread

12-24 Inches

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USDA Hardiness Zone 5 - 9

Great Companions

Purple Coneflower Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea )
Showy Sunflower Showy Sunflower (Helianthus laetiflorus )
Sioux Blue Indian Grass Sioux Blue Indian Grass (Sorghastrum nutans ''Sioux Blue'')

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
Full Sun
Habit
Perennal
Landscape Use
Ground Cover
Water Needs
Medium
Low
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