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Schizachyrium scoparium PRAIRIE WINDS® 'Brush Strokes'
Little Bluestem: Patent PPAF
- » Deer resistant
- » Drought tolerant
- » Heat tolerant
- » Erosion control
- » Attractive foliage
- » Fall interest
- » Mass planting
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:Proven Winners
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:32-36 in
- Spread:22-26 in
- Foliage Color: Blue Shades, Green Shades, Purple Shades
Like bristles on a paint brush the stems of 'Brush Strokes' stand vertical, bend gracefully with the wind, then return to their upright position. Powder blue stems take after their namesake before turning wine-red in early fall. Use this native perennial grass for its fine texture in summer then leave it standing in fall for winter interest.
Schizachyrium is a great choice if you are looking to restore an eroded site, or for a plant that will grow in hot, dry areas where other plants have a hard time surviving.
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Programs
| • | Proven Winners |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Ground Cover |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Schizachyrium scoparium PRAIRIE WINDS® 'Brush Strokes'
This grass is terrific in a border or meadow setting. It needs full sun and is tolerant of heat and humidity. Schizachyrium can grow in either acidic or alkaline soils, and can tolerate a range of moisture conditions including average to extremely dry. It does not need to be fertilized. It's a good idea to cut this grass back to ground level in late fall in order to have a sturdier plant the coming year.