Denver Plants

Common name: "Little Blue Stem"
Latin name:
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blaze'

Little Blue Stem Grass
Zone: 5 - 9
Elevation to:
6500'

Growth habit:
Upright clump  
 
Max height:
24" - 36"
Spread: 12" - 24"

Flowers: Yes, Late Summer

Flower type: See image

Native to area: No
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Little Blue Stem Grass
Schizachyrium scoparium 'Blaze'
Photo: Missouri Botanic Gardens
Ornamental Grasses Cultivation: Plant Little Blue Stem Grass in full sun in well drained soil. "Little Blue Stem" is tolerant of most soil conditions. 

Remove old growth during early winter.

Propagation:
Seed can be sown when the soil temperature is at 55 degrees. For quicker growth... purchase pre-started plants at you local Garden Center. Once established "Little Blue Stem" can be divided in the spring.

Pests ~ Diseases:
Rare

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