Schizachyrum scoparium

Little Bluestem

Little Bluestem is a mid-height, non-spreading, clump-forming native grass with blue-green leaves that turn reddish orange in the fall. Fluffy silver seed heads are ornamental through winter. Little Bluestem is easy to establish and perfect in short- to mid-height prairie plantings.

Short, native grass
Easy-to-grow
Food and cover for wildlife
Also known by botanical name, "Andropogon scoparium"

Item

Description

On Hand

14593 S3-1 RPM 0

Height:

24-36 Inches

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Spread:

12-24 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Characteristics & Attributes
Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Average
Attracts Wildlife
Songbirds
Upland Birds and Game
Habit
Perennial
Program
Grow Native!
Attributes
Midwest Native
Erosion Control
Naturalizing
Forage
Rain Gardens and Bioswales
Great Foliage
Sun-loving
Mass Planting
Wetlands and Streambank Stabilization
Drought Tolerant