Grass, Little Bluestem The Blues

Schizachyrium scoparium

$20

Outdoor Plant Size

The Blues Bluestem is primarily grown for its highly ornamental fruit. The antique red seed heads are carried on showy plumes displayed in abundance from early fall to late winter. Its attractive grassy leaves are powder blue in color. As an added bonus, the foliage turns a gorgeous coppery-bronze in the fall. It has masses of beautiful spikes of light green flowers rising above the foliage in late summer, which are most effective when planted in groupings. The brick red stems are very colorful and add to the overall interest of the plant.

Mature Height: 24 - 36"

Mature Spread: 18 - 24"

Sunlight Exposure: Sun

Water Needs: Low

All returns must be either brought in or postmarked within 14 days of the purchase date or delivery date, whichever is more recent. Items returned after this period will not be accepted or eligible for a refund.

Annuals and Perennials are not covered under warranty.


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Returns without a receipt within 14 days receive store credit at the lowest price offered.

Plants still in good condition may be returned to Chalet-nursery with proof of purchase issued by Chalet-nursery within 14 days of purchasing for a full refund. No warranty.

Plant Profile

Grass, Little Bluestem The Blues

Sunlight Exposure

Sun

Water Needs

Low

Landscape Use

Mass Planting

Growth Rate

Moderate

Growth Shape

Clumping

Flowering Season

Summer, Fall

Foliage Color

Blue

Pest + Disease Resistance

Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Insect Resistant, Disease Resistant

Pollinator + Wildlife Support

Native (Great Lakes Region), Benefits Birds

Season of Interest

Fall

Fall Color

Red-Burgundy, Copper-Brown-Bronze

Garden Performance & Beauty

None

Environmental Tolerances

Cold Tolerant, Erosion Control, Juglone (Black Walnut) Tolerant

Winter Foliage

Deciduous

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