Schizachyrium scoparium

Blue Stem Grass, Prairie Grass, Little Bluestem

Family: Poaceae Grass


Type Perennial, grass
USDA Hardiness range 4A - 8B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color n/a
Bloom time Mid Summer
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border, container, ground cover, rock garden, seashore, specimen, winter interest
Height 18" to 24" / 45cm to 60cm
Spread n/a
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies
Leaf color Silvery
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, alkaline
Soil type Sandy
Form Upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, native to North America, invasive