Schizachyrium scoparium Blue Heaven™

Little Bluestem, Bluestem

$16.95 ea. (3+ discount) $16.50 ea.

Fall 2022

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Plant Code: SCBH

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2022 Perennial Plant Association's Plant of the Year. Excellent blue grey foliage will turn a mix of burgundy red, pink and orange in the fall. Glossy purple seed panicles become fluffy tan in late summer. A native prairie grass in a reliably upright cultivar. Road salt tolerant.

S. Blue Heaven is a pleasing low-maintenance selection. Thrives in heat and humidity in a wide range of soil conditions. Road salt tolerant.

Details

Type:	Perennials, Grasses
Height:	Medium 2-3' (4' in flower)
Spacing:	Plant 2' apart
Bloom Time:	Early Fall to Late Fall
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones:	3-9 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal, Clay
Flower:	Not Applicable
Accent:	Not Applicable
Patent:	PP17,310
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

For a Slope or Bank
Deer Resistant
Hot Dry Site Tolerant
Good for Hedge
Humidity Tolerant
Seaside/Salt Tolerant

Schizachyrium General Information

Schizachyrium are North American natives valued for their winter color and interest. Ornamental Grasses are restricted from Idaho and Oregon. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Schizachyrium Plant Care

Prefers dry, not especially fertile soil. Does not tolerate wet soils. Can be divided in spring when needed. Cut back in early spring leaving 3-4" of previous years growth. Will self sow.