'Brush Strokes' Little Bluestem
Schizachyrium scoparium
Overview
The Schizachyrium scoparium 'Brush Strokes' is an upright little bluestem with powder-blue stems that shift to wine-red in early fall, topped by tan plumes from late summer onward. It grows 32-36 inches tall and 22-26 inches wide. Best in full sun and dry to average, well-drained soil, it is low-water, heat tolerant, and deer resistant. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-9.
Sun FullWater Low
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Low
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 2.6666667–3 Ft.
- Mature width
- 1.8333334–2.1666667 Ft.
Classification
- Family
- Poaceae
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