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Blue-Eyed Grass

Sisyrinchium Bellum

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Overview

Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium bellum) is a charming perennial with grass-like foliage reaching 12-24 inches tall and 10-12 inches wide. Not true grass, it boasts striking, blue-purple flowers resembling a small iris, set against emerald blades. Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and well-draining soil. Ideal for borders and rock gardens, it adds a delicate texture and vibrant color from late spring to early summer.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 8–11Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — In late spring to early summer; its compact size also makes Sisyrinchium bellum suitable for container gardening

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
8–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Iridaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — Hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun to part shade and well-draining soil; in late spring to, image 54
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — While it can tolerate light foot traffic; it is best placed along borders, image 96
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — typically reaching a height of 12 to 18 inches with a similar spread; creating the 'blue eye' appearance, image 88
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — It adapts well to various soil types, though it prefers well-draining soil and moderate moisture; blue-Eyed, image 121
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — grass-like foliage that forms compact tufts of green; blue-Eyed Grass thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9, image 87
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — Blue-Eyed Grass produces an abundance of small yet stunning star-shaped flowers; ideal for borders and rock gardens
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — While it can tolerate light foot traffic
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — typically reaching a height of 12 to 18 inches with a similar spread; creating the 'blue eye' appearance that gives the
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — it adds a delicate texture and vibrant color from late spring to early summer; perennial with blue and, image 56
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — providing versatility in placement throughout your design; hardy in USDA zones 4-9, it thrives in full sun, image 127
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — In late spring to early summer; its compact size also makes Sisyrinchium bellum suitable for container, image 89
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — Blue-Eyed Grass produces an abundance of small yet stunning star-shaped flowers
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — possess a striking deep blue hue with a gold center
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — grass-like foliage that forms compact tufts of green
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — Despite its name, it is not a true grass but a member of the Iris family (Iridaceae)
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — blue and purple flowers in the garden
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — which makes it a low-maintenance option for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping designs; commonly referred to as
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — commonly referred to as Blue-Eyed Grass; is a charming herbaceous perennial native to the western United, image 83
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — which makes it a low-maintenance option for water-wise gardens or xeriscaping designs
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — For a striking visual impact, plant it in clusters or drifts; possess a striking deep blue hue with a gold, image 73
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — While it can tolerate light foot traffic; it is best placed along borders
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — is a charming herbaceous perennial native to the western United States; each about half an inch across, image 84
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — For a striking visual impact, plant it in clusters or drifts
Blue-Eyed Grass (Sisyrinchium Bellum) — For a striking visual impact, plant it in clusters or drifts; possess a striking deep blue hue with a gold center
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