Little Bluestem 'Prairie Blues'
| Common name | Little Bluestem 'Prairie Blues' | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Latin name | 
      Schizachrium scoparius 'Praírie Blues
      
  | Types
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   | Height
     | 3-4'
   | Spread
     | 2'
      
   | Light & Water
     | Zone
     | 3
   | Bloom months
     | Does not bloom.
   | Bloom colour
     | Purple
   | Foliage colour
     | Blue
   | Features
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     | Notes
       | Fine blue leaves turn pinkish purple when grass blooms in late summer. Native to the short grass prairie. Will need a deep soak every two weeks during hot, dry weather especially if grown in lighter or sandy soil. Too much water or nutrients will cause it to flop. Good in a mass planting.   |