Schizachyrium scoparium (little bluestem)
Looking for a grass that is ornamental AND ecologically valuable? Here it is! This gorgeous bunch grass turns coppery red in fall and remains upright in winter for year-round interest. Excellent for wildlife, including songbirds that eat the seeds. Drought-tolerant. Host plant for many skipper butterflies.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: July, August, September, October
Light: Full Sun, Partial
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
Looking for a grass that is ornamental AND ecologically valuable? Here it is! This gorgeous bunch grass turns coppery red in fall and remains upright in winter for year-round interest. Excellent for wildlife, including songbirds that eat the seeds. Drought-tolerant. Host plant for many skipper butterflies.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: July, August, September, October
Light: Full Sun, Partial
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
Looking for a grass that is ornamental AND ecologically valuable? Here it is! This gorgeous bunch grass turns coppery red in fall and remains upright in winter for year-round interest. Excellent for wildlife, including songbirds that eat the seeds. Drought-tolerant. Host plant for many skipper butterflies.
Type: Perennial
Bloom time: July, August, September, October
Light: Full Sun, Partial
Water: Dry, Medium
Height: 2 to 3 feet
Sold as: Small pot (2.5" x 3.5")
