Schizachyrium scoparium Blue Heaven® (Little Bluestem) PP#17,310

(a.k.a. Schizyachyrium ‘MinnblueA’)

(Beard Grass)

Upright grass, emerges blue, develops pink -burgundy hues late summer, turns to rich copper in the fall. Purplish panicles turns to tan into the fall. Height 3-4′.

Upright grass, emerges blue, develops pink -burgundy hues late summer, turns to rich copper in the fall. Purplish panicles turns to tan into the fall. Remains upright into winter.  Height 3-4'. PP#17,310.

Schizachyrium attracts birds and butterflies. Prefers average, dry to medium well drained soil. Drought tolerant when established. Tolerates air pollution, dry soils, heat, humidity and a wide range of soil conditions. Warm season grass. Deer resistant.

  • USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 3-10
  • Exposure: Full Sun
  • Bloom Time(s): September-October