A taller more upright habit combined with bright steel-blue blades flushed with purple makes this a native standout. Tawny seed heads appear in late August and a fall color that includes orange and deep purple will extend the interest.
Perennial | |
Schizachyrium | |
Little Bluestem Grass | |
Zone 3 | |
6+ hours | |
Dry, Moist, Sandy | |
Plant with Vaccinium and Juniper | |
Combine with Pinus and Spirea | |
40-54" | |
1-2' | |
Fall, Summer | |
Purple | |
Rapid | |
Upright, Vase | |
Plant-tone | |
Structure | |
Yes | |
Yes | |
Yes | |
Yes | |
Vaccinium, Juniperus, Pinus, Spiraea |