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Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'
Little Bluestem
- Category: Ornamental Grass, Perennial
- Patent:PP27,432
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:4-5 ft
- Spread:2 ft
- Bloom Color: Purple
- Foliage Color: Blue-Green
This upright grass shimmers with a mauve cast on the silvery-blue blades. The narrow leaves acquire purple highlights as the season advances. Tolerant of the heat and dry conditions.
photo credit- Walters Gardens
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone' - Little Bluestem from Hoffie Nursery
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Heat Tolerant |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Ornamental Grass |
Foliage Color
| • | Blue |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Summer |
Bloom Time
| • | August - September |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium 'Twilight Zone'
Adapts to most soil types, exept those that are too wet. Keep watered during the hot season, but will tolerate drought once established. Cut back in early spring before new growth appears.
